Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School

In 1883, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word opened Our Lady of Refuge School as a private boarding school.
The school prospered and grew, and it is now an affiliate of Our Lady of Refuge Parish.
Today, OLOR School continues to provide the same high quality education to its students who represent a multi-cultural population, including students from Eagle Pass, Seco Mines, Quemado, El Indio and Piedras Negras, Mexico.
The school affirms that parents are the primary educators and that teachers are partners in the total education process.
A challenging curriculum is offered to students of Pre- Kinder 3 through Grade 8.
English is emphasized. The curriculum offered is approved by the Diocesan Department of Education, the Texas Catholic Conference (TCCED) and the Education Agency of the State of Texas.
It integrates religious, intellectual, cultural and physical activities. We boast of a strong Early Childhood program.
Children in grades one through eight are taught the following subjects: religion, English, language arts, science, social studies and math.
This curriculum is enhanced with courses in physical education, art, music, computer education, guidance and Spanish.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • In 1883, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word opened Our Lady of Refuge School as a private boarding school. The school prospered and grew, and it is now an affiliate of Our Lady of Refuge Parish. Today, OLOR School continues to provide the same high quality education to its students who represent a multi-cultural population, including students from Eagle Pass, Seco Mines, Quemado, El Indio and Piedras Negras, Mexico. The school affirms that parents are the primary educators and that teachers are partners in the total education process. A challenging curriculum is offered to students of Pre- Kinder 3 through Grade 8. English is emphasized. The curriculum offered is approved by the Diocesan Department of Education, the Texas Catholic Conference (TCCED) and the Education Agency of the State of Texas. It integrates religious, intellectual, cultural and physical activities. We boast of a strong Early Childhood program. Children in grades one through eight are taught the following subjects: religion, English, language arts, science, social studies and math. This curriculum is enhanced with courses in physical education, art, music, computer education, guidance and Spanish.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Refuge Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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