St. Genevieve Catholic School (Pre-K 7th), an educational ministry of St.
Genevieve Parish, exists to further the teaching mission of the Roman Catholic Church.
We strive to nurture our children in all developmental areas spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
Living and teaching Gospel values, we work to build God`s Kingdom.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Genevieve School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We strive to nurture our children in all developmental areas – spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
Student Body
Total Students
512 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Genevieve Parish opened its Catholic elementary school on August 29, 1960. It began with grades K-3 (99 students) and an all lay faculty headed by Miss Edna Ledet as principal. It added a grade each year until 1964. In that year, the School Sisters of Notre Dame assumed administration of the school. They were to staff St. Genevieve through 1969. The school reached its maximum enrolment in 1966 with 308 students, some of the grades having two sections. In 1969, the School Sisters of Notre Dame made the decision to withdraw from St. Genevieve School. After having polled the parents, to determine their feelings, the school board appealed to the parish council for approval of the school family's decision to continue the school with another all lay staff. In March of 1970, the parish council voted unanimously in favor of continuance.In the 1970-71 school term, St. Genevieve began with a full house of 280 students. 35 in each of eight sections, kindergarten through grade seven.In 1982, the St. Genevieve Parish Council decided to expand the school with a plan to add a second section to each grade. In 1987, the school adopted the Developmental Kindergarten concept, adding a third section for young kindergartners. In 1991, the last of the eight/sections was added and a new wing was added to the parish/school plant.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Genevieve School often compared to?
St. Genevieve School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph Elementary School - Thibodaux, St. Mary's Nativity School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Genevieve School's ranking?
St. Genevieve School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Genevieve School?
The application deadline for St. Genevieve School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 6/9/2015
It is a wonderful family at St. Genevieve! The teachers, students, and faculty have build a great community that cares about each other. My son has made lasting friendships with other great kids.
5 5/2/2015
Every single person associate with St. Genevieve is dedicated to helping educate the children. They are helping to raise smart, compassionate, responsible, Christian children by not only in the lessons taught in class, but most importantly by example.
5 4/10/2015
Wonderful and caring teachers and staff. Nurturing and family oriented. I could not have chose a better school for my children.
5 3/5/2015
St. Genevieve provides a faith-filled, nurturing, educational environment for all children. I recommend this school, this family.
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