Jesus the Good Shepherd School is a Catholic private school in Monroe, Louisiana, serving Daycare through 6th grade.
JGS School offers a faith-based, Catholic, elementary education in a safe and secure Christian environment to students of all denominations in the Monroe, West Monroe and surrounding Northeast Louisiana area since 1960.
Our goal and mission is to provide the best private school education and to instill in each child a love of learning and a love of God, self and others.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,900
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
46%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy pants/shorts and red polo shirt/sailor blouse
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Daycare and PreK 3 have three day and five day per week tuition options.
Summer Program Cost
$120
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer Camp is for registered students only and is charged on a per week or per day basis.
Admissions Director
Amy Fakhre
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Altar Society, Student Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Student Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
New York Rising Runners Program
Student Altar Society, Student Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Student Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
New York Rising Runners Program
School Notes
Jesus the Good Shepherd School is approved by the Louisiana
Department of Education and accredited by the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School
Improvement. Our school is a member of the National Catholic
Educational Association. Jesus the Good Shepherd Daycare is a Type
1 daycare licensed through the Louisiana Department of Education,
the Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana State Fire
Marshall. Our school and daycare exist to teach religious doctrine
and spiritual values, and we accept this dual responsibility at
Jesus the Good Shepherd with great pride.Jesus the Good Shepherd
School has been a part of the Monroe community for over 60 years.
We are proud to provide the best primary Catholic education in
Monroe and the surrounding areas. At JGS, we are committed to
educating the whole child academically, socially, spiritually and
emotionally.
- Serving daycare students (2yrs old by September 30) and Preschool 3 through 6th grade
- Average class size: 19
- Student/teacher ratio: 12/1
- 13 of 28 JGS teachers hold a Master's Degree or higher
- 17 JGS teachers have a tenure of 10 years or more
- After-school care and summer camp available to registered students
- 20 athletic/enrichment programs available
- JGS is accredited through Cognia/Advanced Ed and the National Catholic Educational Association
- JGS School is a primary feeder school to St. Frederick High School
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Jesus The Good Shepherd School cost?
Jesus The Good Shepherd School's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students and $120 for summer students.
What schools are Jesus The Good Shepherd School often compared to?
Jesus The Good Shepherd School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Episcopal School by visitors of our site.
Does Jesus The Good Shepherd School offer a summer program?
Yes, Jesus The Good Shepherd School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Jesus The Good Shepherd School offer?
Jesus The Good Shepherd School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Jesus The Good Shepherd School?
The application deadline for Jesus The Good Shepherd School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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