St. Leo The Great School in New Orleans, LA, serves co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 7th grade in a city–based setting.
The school enrolls 261 udents and has a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with 17 faculty members.
It is affiliated with the Catholic religion and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood,. Leo The Great School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for udent diversity with 100% students of color.
As a city–based Catholic PK–7 private school, it offers educational programs in a large urban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Leo The Great School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Student Body
Total Students
261 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Leo The Great School?
The application deadline for St. Leo The Great School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Leo The Great School located?
St. Leo The Great School is located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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