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Best 70001 Louisiana Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,814 students in 70001, LA (there are 4 public schools, serving 3,232 public students). 36% of all K-12 students in 70001, LA are educated in private schools (compared to the LA state average of 15%).
The top-ranked private schools in 70001, LA include Archbishop Rummel High School and St. Christopher School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 70001, LA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked 70001 Louisiana Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Archbishop Rummel High School
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All-boys (Catholic)
(3)
1901 Severn Ave
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 834-5592
Gr: 8-12 | 666 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 31 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Christopher School
(Catholic)
3900 Derbigny St
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 837-6871
Gr: PK-7 | 513 students
St. Benilde School
St. Benilde School Photo - Learning is always fun
(Catholic)
(2)
1801 Division Street
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 833-9894
Gr: PK-7 | 297 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Edward The Confessor School
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(Catholic)
4901 W Metairie Avenue
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 888-6353
Gr: NS-7 | 338 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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70001, Louisiana Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
CLOSED
Metairie, LA 70001
Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 70001, LA?
The top-ranked private schools in 70001, LA include Archbishop Rummel High School and St. Christopher School.
How many private schools are located in 70001?
4 private schools are located in 70001.
What percentage of students in 70001 go to private school?
36% of all K-12 students in 70001 are educated in private schools (compared to the LA state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 70001?
100% of private schools in 70001 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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