St. Margaret Catholic School provides elementary education in an environment embracing Church, family, & community.
SMCS is dedicated to the spiritual, physical, and academic development of children through programs emphasizing religious education, innovative and traditional academic skills, art, computer, music, and physical education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,170
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Margaret Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Varying Special Needs
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
SMCS offers 3 different tuition rates based upon church parish membership.
Admissions Director
Kelli Fontenot
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar Servers, Chess Club, Come Lord Jesus, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, DARE, Junior Beta Club, Junior Catholic Daughters, National Junior Honor Society, Respect Life Club, Science Club, Science Fair, Social Studies Fair, Spanish Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Cantors, Elementary Choir, Junior High Choir
Altar Servers, Chess Club, Come Lord Jesus, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, DARE, Junior Beta Club, Junior Catholic Daughters, National Junior Honor Society, Respect Life Club, Science Club, Science Fair, Social Studies Fair, Spanish Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Cantors, Elementary Choir, Junior High Choir
School Notes
- St. Margaret Catholic School provides elementary education in an environment embracing Church, family, & community. SMCS is dedicated to the spiritual, physical, and academic development of children through programs emphasizing religious education, innovative and traditional academic skills, art, computer, music, and physical education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Margaret Catholic School cost?
St. Margaret Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,170 for private students.
What schools are St. Margaret Catholic School often compared to?
St. Margaret Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Margaret Catholic School offer?
St. Margaret Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Margaret Catholic School's ranking?
St. Margaret Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Margaret Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Margaret Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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