St. Mary's Assumption School is a Catholic School in Cottonport, La.
Grades are from Pre K 3year old to 8th grade.
There is one section per grade. Music program in place. We have sports-basketball, baseball, football, softball and cheersport.
We begin pre-registration in March for returning students and siblings.
New students are added to list at this time to fill vacancies. Call 318-876-3651.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,365
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Assumption 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
Year Founded
1947
Student Body
Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Average Class Size
24 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Not including fees. Multiple student discount available. Tuition higher for pre K. ($2750.)
Admissions Director
Nathan P. Laborde
Admissions Associate
Casey Armand
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Choir
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary's Assumption School cost?
St. Mary's Assumption School's tuition is approximately $2,365 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary's Assumption School often compared to?
St. Mary's Assumption School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Mary's Assumption School offer?
St. Mary's Assumption School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football and Softball.
What is St. Mary's Assumption School's ranking?
St. Mary's Assumption School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Assumption School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Assumption School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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