St. Thomas More Catholic High School

St. Thomas More Catholic High School serves 928 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Thomas More Catholic High School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 928 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,090
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas More Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020
School Motto
God's servant first

Student Body

Total Students
928 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas More Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
22%
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
School Colors
Navy Blue, Maroon

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
melanie lauer
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Ark Club, Art Club, Band and Choir, Beta Club, Cougar DAnce team, French Club, JV Cheerleaders, Peer Helpers, Quiz Bowl, School Play, Science Club, Sparkler dance team, Speech and Drama, STM Ambassadors, Student Council, Varsity Cheerleaders
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas More Catholic High School cost?
St. Thomas More Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $5,090 for private students.
What schools are St. Thomas More Catholic High School often compared to?
St. Thomas More Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Teurlings Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Thomas More Catholic High School offer?
St. Thomas More Catholic High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. St. Thomas More Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas More Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Thomas More Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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This is an amazing school! The community is the perfect school setting to send your child there. The majority of the teachers are excellent and care. There is a large amount of extracurricular and sport activities to choose from. But, most of them area big commitment, so you need to pick and choose what club or sport to do. The schoolwork is challenging, but it will help any student reach their full potential.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 928 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,090
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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