Located in Church Point, LA, Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School enrolls 238 students in grades PK through 8 in a town community setting.
Founded in 1914, the Catholic co–ed school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The school has 11 teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 22:1, serving a student body with approximately 4% students of color.
Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School provides education from preschool through middle school levels within the Catholic tradition.
This town–based elementary private school ranks among the oldest founded schools in Louisiana, emphasizing its longstanding history in the area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: ora et labora, which means pray and work.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School's ranking?
Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School?
The application deadline for Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Our Mother Of Peace Elementary School is Westminster Christian Academy (7.4 miles away)
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(337) 948-8607
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