The mission of St. Joseph School is to form young people by encouraging them to develop a responsible relationship with God, a sound mind and body and a desire to attain academic excellence in an atmosphere that stresses Catholic values out of which will develop morally competent, Christ-centered individuals.
St. Joseph School aims to provide its young people with a vibrant Christian community in attaining emotional, physical, and mental habits, nurtures desirable social relationships with others by implanting an appreciation for worthwhile activities, pride in accomplishment, and a sense of obedience and loyalty to the laws of community and toward an adulthood based on personal responsibility, creativity, initiative, and enduring values.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph School K-12 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-12
Year Founded
1899
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bald Eagle
Student Body
Total Students
329 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
School Colors
White, Navy Blue, Royal blue
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Joseph School K-12 often compared to?
St. Joseph School K-12 is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary's Assumption School, Sacred Heart Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Joseph School K-12's ranking?
St. Joseph School K-12 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph School K-12?
The application deadline for St. Joseph School K-12 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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