St. Bernard Elementary School strives to foster a Roman Catholic Christian educational community in which faith is shared by teachers, students, and parents.
We endeavor to help each student to achieve a personal relationship with Christ, to provide opportunities for personal and communal prayer, and to involve the students in the liturgy.
Further, we seek to instill within the students a sense of mission and concern for others and to afford them the opportunities to express this through service to the school church, local community, and worldwide community.
The St. Bernard School community is a unique setting where every child can discover his/her own talents and ways to share them.
Our school not only educates, but also nurtures each child and builds a unity with Christ.
We invite you to be a part of our family.
St. Bernard School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Bernard 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
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
396 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- St. Bernard Elementary School strives to foster a Roman Catholic Christian educational community in which faith is shared by teachers, students, and parents.
- We endeavor to help each student to achieve a personal relationship with Christ, to provide opportunities for personal and communal prayer, and to involve the students in the liturgy.
- Further, we seek to instill within the students a sense of mission and concern for others and to afford them the opportunities to express this through service to the school church, local community, and worldwide community.
- The St. Bernard School community is a unique setting where every child can discover his/her own talents and ways to share them.
- Our school not only educates, but also nurtures each child and builds a unity with Christ.
- We invite you to be a part of our family.
- St. Bernard School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Bernard School often compared to?
St. Bernard School is often viewed alongside schools like Sts Leo-seton Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Bernard School's ranking?
St. Bernard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Bernard School?
The application deadline for St. Bernard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Bernard School vs. Sts Leo-seton Catholic School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Bernard School is Louisiana Christian School (3.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Louisiana Christian School
(Christian)
1545 Anse Broussard Hway
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Genevieve Middle School ![St. Genevieve Middle School Photo]( "St. Genevieve Middle School Photo")
(Catholic)
91 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 266-5553
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 266-5553
6 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 240 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Teurlings Catholic High School
(Catholic)
139 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 323-5571
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 323-5571
6.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 781 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sts Leo-seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
502 Saint Leo St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 499 students
701 E Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 44 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Louisiana Christian School
(Christian)
1545 Anse Broussard Hway
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Teurlings Catholic High School
(Catholic)
139 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 323-5571
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 323-5571
6.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 781 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ascension Episcopal School
(Episcopal)
1030 Johnston Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-9748
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-9748
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 739 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
First Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
201 W Convent St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 237-1546
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 237-1546
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 271 students Tuition listed
John Paul The Great Academy
(Catholic)
3470 NE Evangeline Thruway
Lafayette, LA 70507
(337) 889-5345
Lafayette, LA 70507
(337) 889-5345
8.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Louisiana Christian School
(Christian)
1545 Anse Broussard Hway
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Genevieve Middle School ![St. Genevieve Middle School Photo]( "St. Genevieve Middle School Photo")
(Catholic)
91 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 266-5553
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 266-5553
6 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 240 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Sts Leo-seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
502 Saint Leo St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 499 students
701 E Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 44 students
St. Genevieve Elementary School ![St. Genevieve Elementary School Photo]( "St. Genevieve Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
201 Elizabeth Ave
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5257
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5257
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 314 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Louisiana Christian School
(Christian)
1545 Anse Broussard Hway
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-4740
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Sts Leo-seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
502 Saint Leo St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5510
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 499 students
701 E Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2750
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 44 students
St. Genevieve Elementary School ![St. Genevieve Elementary School Photo]( "St. Genevieve Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
201 Elizabeth Ave
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5257
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 234-5257
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 314 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
106 Hillside Dr
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 269-5633
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 269-5633
8.2 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 19 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Breaux Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Saint Charles Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-1270
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-1270
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 322 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Breaux Bridge Junior High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Martin Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-2844
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-2844
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Breaux Bridge Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1020 East Bridge Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 909-3840
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 909-3840
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 463 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Breaux Bridge High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1015 Breaux Bridge High School
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-3131
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-3131
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 690 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Parks Primary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1034 Main Street
Saint Martinville, LA 70582
(337) 845-4663
Saint Martinville, LA 70582
(337) 845-4663
5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 373 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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