Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is a parish school of the Catholic Diocese of Savannah. We serve students from Columbus, Fort Benning, Phenix City, and surrounding areas. By offering individual attention to every child, we strive to promote the academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual growth of each of our students.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 28 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Members of Parish and Military receive a $500 Discount per child. Each additional child is at a discounted rate. $346-$413 a month depending on rate.
Admissions Director
Diana Hankins, Principal
Admissions Associate
Julie Wiehe, Secretary
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Additional available depending on interest and sponsorship, Altar Servers, Arts and Crafts Club, Journalism Team, Spanish Club, Student Council, Walking Club
School Notes
- Our academic program follows the guidelines set down in the Diocesan Curriculum Guide (Diocese of Savannah). Curriculum is based on National standards and meets and/or exceeds state standards. Christian values are taught, modeled and reinforced throughout all areas of the learning program. High expectations for student performance (academics and behavior) is the standard set for all. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students reach their potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School cost?
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,950 for private students.
What sports does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offer?
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School is Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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