The mission of Holy Family School is to instill Christian values and Catholic principles in students through the Gospel message of Jesus.
We foster and nurture the development of the whole child and strive to achieve educational excellence.
We are guided in faith and principle by our Schoolwide Learning Expectations, and we work toward enabling our students to grow and be successful in attaining them.
The athletic department at Holy Family School is dedicated and committed to helping students develop character, social growth and physical skills through a variety of individual and team sports.
Beginning in fifth grade, Holy Family students may take advantage of the school's traditionally successful athletic program which competes in the Catholic Youth Organization's Elementary and Junior High School Athletic Program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
School Notes
- School Motto: Let the children come to me and do not hinder them
- The mission of Holy Family School is to instill Christian values and Catholic principles in students through the Gospel message of Jesus. We foster and nurture the development of the whole child and strive to achieve educational excellence. We are guided in faith and principle by our Schoolwide Learning Expectations, and we work toward enabling our students to grow and be successful in attaining them. The athletic department at Holy Family School is dedicated and committed to helping students develop character, social growth and physical skills through a variety of individual and team sports. Beginning in fifth grade, Holy Family students may take advantage of the school's traditionally successful athletic program which competes in the Catholic Youth Organization's Elementary and Junior High School Athletic Program.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Family Catholic School cost?
Holy Family Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is Holy Family Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Family Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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