St. Charles Catholic High School, the only Catholic high school in the River Parishes, serves the youth and families of the River Parishes Area providing quality education in a supportive, Christ-centered environment.
An enthusiastically committed and dedicated faculty and staff, in partnership with caring parents, inspire students to achieve high academic standards, to excel in extracurricular activities, to grow in leadership skills and to integrate Catholic values in all endeavors.
Statement of Philosophy St. Charles Catholic believes that our primary concern is the Catholic education of our students.
In our service to the young men and women of the River Parishes, we are attempting to provide an atmosphere which stresses Catholic values while challenging students to become self-disciplined, self-motivated, and well-adjusted individuals.
The SCC curriculum, which is primarily college preparatory, strives to meet emotional, physical, and social needs of our students.
Our academic program attempts to develop thinking skills, reasoning skills, and decision-making skills necessary for our students to grow into mature adults capable of positively contributing principles of a democratic society and respect the rights and dignity of all individuals.
By establishing an atmosphere where Christian values are practiced, taught, and developed, it is our desire to model a Christian community for our students so that it can be continued throughout life.
SCC's goals support our philosophy of developing the whole person.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Charles Catholic High School, the only Catholic high school in the River Parishes, serves the youth and families of the River Parishes Area providing quality education in a supportive, Christ-centered environment. An enthusiastically committed and dedicated faculty and staff, in partnership with caring parents, inspire students to achieve high academic standards, to excel in extracurricular activities, to grow in leadership skills and to integrate Catholic values in all endeavors. Statement of Philosophy St. Charles Catholic believes that our primary concern is the Catholic education of our students. In our service to the young men and women of the River Parishes, we are attempting to provide an atmosphere which stresses Catholic values while challenging students to become self-disciplined, self-motivated, and well-adjusted individuals. The SCC curriculum, which is primarily college preparatory, strives to meet emotional, physical, and social needs of our students. Our academic program attempts to develop thinking skills, reasoning skills, and decision-making skills necessary for our students to grow into mature adults capable of positively contributing principles of a democratic society and respect the rights and dignity of all individuals. By establishing an atmosphere where Christian values are practiced, taught, and developed, it is our desire to model a Christian community for our students so that it can be continued throughout life. SCC's goals support our philosophy of developing the whole person.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Charles Catholic High School often compared to?
St. Charles Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Charles Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Charles Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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