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Holy Name Of Jesus School

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The administration, faculty and staff of Holy Name of Jesus School believe the spiritual, intellectual, social and emotional growth of each child is a priority.

We commit ourselves to the goals of educating our students in a safe, caring and stable Catholic environment; of nurturing, guiding and motivating our students; of developing our students' independence, self discipline and belief in their own self worth; and of encouraging in our students commitment to community and to all of the members of that community.

The philosophy of the education at Holy Name of Jesus is centered on the belief that faith development is integral to our mission and success.

It is our belief that if we put Jesus first in our lives, that same belief will permeate the lives of the children and of the families that we touch.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-7
Enrollment: 502 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Holy Name Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-7

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Student Body

Total Students

502 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 22%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

The administration, faculty and staff of Holy Name of Jesus School believe the spiritual, intellectual, social and emotional growth of each child is a priority. We commit ourselves to the goals of educating our students in a safe, caring and stable Catholic environment; of nurturing, guiding and motivating our students; of developing our students' independence, self discipline and belief in their own self worth; and of encouraging in our students commitment to community and to all of the members of that community. The philosophy of the education at Holy Name of Jesus is centered on the belief that faith development is integral to our mission and success. It is our belief that if we put Jesus first in our lives, that same belief will permeate the lives of the children and of the families that we touch.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Holy Name Of Jesus School's ranking?

Holy Name Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Holy Name Of Jesus School?

The application deadline for Holy Name Of Jesus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Holy Name Of Jesus School located?

Holy Name Of Jesus School is located in the Audubon neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other private schools located in Audubon.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-7
Enrollment: 502 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $12,950 for elementary schools and $13,940 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).