St. Catharine Of Siena School

400 Codifer Blvd Metairie, LA 70005
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Catharine Of Siena School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1926

Student Body

Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
25 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
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School Notes

  • St. Catherine of Siena is a Roman Catholic Parish School founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Charity educating students from 3 years of age thru 7th grade. St. Catherine is open to all children regardless of religion, nationality, sex, or ethnic origin. Priority preference will be given to children of the Roman Catholic religion.
  • School Motto: To contemplate and give to others the fruits of our contemplation.
  • School Mascot: Gators
  • St. Catherine hasa principal, an assistant Principal, two (2) full time certified counselors, a librarian and assistant, two office staff members and 51 teacherswith 21assistants in all grades from 2nd grade down thru our three year old program. All classroom teachers are certified by the state of Louisiana. Classes are self-contained through second grade. Beginning in third grade, classes are departmentalized. Third and fourth grade core subjects are Religion, English, Science, Mathematics, Social Studies and Reading. Fifth ghrough seventh grade (middle school) core subjects are Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Reading or Foreign Language.
  • Honors courses are offered starting in the fifth grade. Fifth grade honors classes are offered in Math and English; and sixth and seventh grade honors classes are in all core subjects including Latin. Students attend enrichment classes including :Spanish, PE, Computer, Art, Music/Band, and Library.
  • Our campus consists of five major buildings and includes 41 classrooms, a computer lab, art room, music/band room, gymnasium, and auditorium/theater
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Catharine Of Siena School cost?
St. Catharine Of Siena School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Catharine Of Siena School?
The acceptance rate of St. Catharine Of Siena School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What is St. Catharine Of Siena School's ranking?
St. Catharine Of Siena School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Catharine Of Siena School?
The application deadline for St. Catharine Of Siena School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Metairie, LA is $9,660 for elementary schools and $9,824 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Metairie, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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