St. Louis Catholic School serves the Central Texas community, providing excellence in education for students from PreK4 through 8th grade.
Through our comprehensive curriculum, experienced and outstanding teachers, and parental and community involvement, St. Louis provides its diverse population with faith-centered instruction that inspires young hearts and minds.
Our school holds dual accreditation from the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) and the AdvancED, which provides nationally-recognized accreditation.
St. Louis Catholic School was one of the first Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin to receive accreditation from both the TCCED and AdvancED. The mission of St. Louis Catholic School is to prepare the leaders of tomorrow with the light of Christ as their guide.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,026
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Louis 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 Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Language-based and Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1956
Student Body
Total Students
290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Sandra Fowler
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Destination Imagination, NJHS, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Destination Imagination, NJHS, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
School Notes
Our school is both academically rigorous and personally nurturing
by emphasizing the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical
development of each student. We offer a well-rounded curriculum
that academically prepares students for the most demanding high
school programs while also helping them grow in understanding that
an authentic Christian life is about much more than marks on a
report card.
Our Values:
Our Values:
- We hold the celebration of the Holy Mass to be the central experience of our Catholic faith. We instill lasting values of Christian discipleship through reading Catholic doctrine, prayer, and active, meaningful participation in many forms of religious expression.
- Our students adopt and exercise an attitude of love, respect and justice toward themselves and others.
- We employ high standards inspired by encouraging teachers who stand as role models and who develop a love of learning.
- Our students are provided a challenging, disciplined academic program that prepares them for future educational endeavors and for the demands of adult life and society.
- We provide experiences which enable our young people to discover their individual giftedness and which lay the foundation for their development as future leaders.
- We accommodate and advance each child`s unique stage of physical and emotional maturity within safe and wholesome physical and intellectual environments.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Louis Catholic School cost?
St. Louis Catholic School's tuition is approximately $9,026 for private students.
What sports does St. Louis Catholic School offer?
St. Louis Catholic School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Louis Catholic School's ranking?
St. Louis Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Louis Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Louis Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Louis Catholic School located?
St. Louis Catholic School is located in the Crestview neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in Crestview.
School Reviews
5 4/26/2024
Our family and children have been involved at St Louis Catholic School since 2013. We have been grateful for the loving and supportive, faith-filled environment in which our children have been learning. Over the years, we have seen many changes - some good, some not so good. However, at the heart of the school, the dedication to creating a supportive learning environment has not changed. We love the weekly school Mass at which our children have the opportunity to serve.Our children have all had different learning styles, strengths, and needs. St Louis staff members address these differences and do their best to accommodate them.We look forward to several more years as parents at St. Louis and the beautiful community.
5 3/1/2020
St. Louis is a rising star in the Central Austin area. It has been selected two years in a row as the Best Private School in Austin by the Austin American Statesman. It is truly a school where tradition meets innovation. Your child will receive innovated instruction in a traditional Faith based setting. Children are encouraged to think and be creative while being guided to make moral decisions. The school has been around for 60+ years, but manages to stay relevant.
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