Opelousas Catholic School is a private, Catholic school in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lafayette, the school offers education from pre-kindergarten 3/4 through 12th grade.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Opelousas Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Purple, Yellow
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
605 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Timothy R. Kline, 2001, CEO of Kline Industries -
- Michelle Levesque, 2005, Emmy Award-winning Producer -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Opelousas Catholic School cost?
Opelousas Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Opelousas Catholic School?
Opelousas Catholic School famous alumni include: Timothy R. Kline, 2001, CEO of Kline Industries and Michelle Levesque, 2005, Emmy Award-winning Producer.
What is Opelousas Catholic School's ranking?
Opelousas Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Opelousas Catholic School?
The application deadline for Opelousas Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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