St. Catherine of Siena is a Roman Catholic Parish School founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Charity educating students from 3 years of age thru 7th grade. St. Catherine is open to all children regardless of religion, nationality, sex, or ethnic origin. Priority preference will be given to children of the Roman Catholic religion.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Catharine Of Siena School 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-8
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Catherine hasa principal, an assistant Principal, two (2) full time certified counselors, a librarian and assistant, two office staff members and 51 teacherswith 21assistants in all grades from 2nd grade down thru our three year old program. All classroom teachers are certified by the state of Louisiana. Classes are self-contained through second grade. Beginning in third grade, classes are departmentalized. Third and fourth grade core subjects are Religion, English, Science, Mathematics, Social Studies and Reading. Fifth ghrough seventh grade (middle school) core subjects are Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Reading or Foreign Language.
- Honors courses are offered starting in the fifth grade. Fifth grade honors classes are offered in Math and English; and sixth and seventh grade honors classes are in all core subjects including Latin. Students attend enrichment classes including :Spanish, PE, Computer, Art, Music/Band, and Library.
- Our campus consists of five major buildings and includes 41 classrooms, a computer lab, art room, music/band room, gymnasium, and auditorium/theater
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Catharine Of Siena School's ranking?
St. Catharine Of Siena School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Catharine Of Siena School?
The application deadline for St. Catharine Of Siena School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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