St. Edward The Confessor School
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(504) 888-6353
Based on the belief that God is the center of all being, the staff of St. Edward the Confessor School strives to foster the spiritual, intellectual, personal, social, creative, and physical development of each child.
The faculty hopes to instill in each student the concept that religion is a way of life; enabling practice of Christian values with a sense of justice, service, and democracy in an ever changing society.
St. Edward provides an environment for teaching Christian faith, making participation in the liturgy and reception of the sacraments accessible to the students.
The school's curriculum, geared to welcome diversity and promote each child's unique talent and ability, imparts knowledge tempered by ethics, individuality, love of learning, and self-discipline.
The faculty attempts to develop in each student a positive self-concept and a healthy curiosity so that educational and spiritual growth continues beyond the walls of this school.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-7
- Students: 402 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. Edward The Confessor School places among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
- Category Attribute
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) National Middle School Association |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-7 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1965 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $300 |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | --per course |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2000 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 402 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 16% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 29 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 24% |
| Average Class Size | 19 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Easy financing available; generous discounts for multiple children and registered, active, supporting parishioners |
| % on Financial Aid | 1% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Thomas Becker, Ph. D. |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 9 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Swimming, VolleyballBasketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 22 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Altar Servers, Brownies & Daisy Scouts, Builder's Club, Chess Club, Clown Ministry, Cub Scouts, Girl & Boy Scouts, Lego Club, Library Club, Mass Greeters, Math & Language Arts League, Mission Club, Newspaper, Quiz Bowl Team, Rainbows, RIght to Life Club, Robotics Club, Spanish Club, Student Council Arts and Music Programs: Band, Chorale, Readers' Theatre |
School Notes
- We are a traditional Catholic school with a time-tested and time-proven curriculum. We seek to prepare our students for rich Catholic lives, as well as for smooth entrance into competitive-admission area Catholic high schools. Our students work very hard, have a significant amount of homework, learn proper manners and etiquette, participate widely in community service, and distinguish themselves in the arts, athletics, and leadership. Our students and families enjoy many activities together and interact in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Our staff is experienced, and our curriculumm is rigorous.
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