Opelousas Catholic School, located in Opelousas, LA, serves 605 co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a town community setting.
Founded in 1970, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 and employs 39 teachers.
The school charges $8,000 annually for tuition and maintains a student body with 11.63% students of color.
As a Catholic–affiliated institution, it is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other associations.
ranks within the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for largest student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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
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.: 11:1
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.
What schools are Opelousas Catholic School often compared to?
Opelousas Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Edmund Catholic School by visitors of our site.
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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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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Location
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Quick Facts
386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
186 Westminster Drive
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
6 miles
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118 Ashton Rd
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(337) 585-9914
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-9914
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All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
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180 Church St
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
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Location
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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
186 Westminster Drive
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 434 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
118 Ashton Rd
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-9914
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-9914
7.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Tuition listed
Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart High School
(Catholic)
114 Trojan Ln
Ville Platte, LA 70586
(337) 363-1475
Ville Platte, LA 70586
(337) 363-1475
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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
186 Westminster Drive
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 434 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
118 Ashton Rd
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-9914
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-9914
7.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Tuition listed
Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Church St
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students
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Miles
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386 Compress Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-1563
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
186 Westminster Drive
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-8607
6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 434 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Church St
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-3325
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students
Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School
(Catholic)
218 N Rogers St
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(337) 684-5780
Church Point, LA 70525
(337) 684-5780
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Grolee Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
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1540 West Grolee Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-3130
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-3130
1 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 404 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Js Clark Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
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4/
Bottom 50%10
1517 Stateman Rd.
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 434 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Opelousas Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
409 East South Street
Opelousas, LA 70571
(337) 942-8127
Opelousas, LA 70571
(337) 942-8127
1 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 132 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
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3/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E Mamie Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-5390
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-5390
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Opelousas Junior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
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2/
Bottom 50%10
730 South Market Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4957
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4957
1.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 314 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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