St. Michael Special School

St. Michael Special School is designed to help students with major learning difficulties which hinder their ability to achieve success in a regular class setting.
We offer a wide range of programs and services to meet the individual needs of our students.
The primary purpose of Catholic education is to transmit the authentic Christian faith and moral values in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
To that end, we have adopted the following goals to develop in the student, a personal relationship with God through the teaching of religion and through prayer and worship.
Our mission is to provide opportunities for students to develop their Catholic faith and to receive a high quality education which includes religious, academic, social, vocational and physical training.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school

Student Body

Total Students
154 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 22%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Michael Special School often compared to?
St. Michael Special School is often viewed alongside schools like Raphael Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Michael Special School?
The application deadline for St. Michael Special School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Michael Special School located?
St. Michael Special School is located in the Lower Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other private schools located in Lower Garden District.

School Calendar

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Date
Last Day of School! 12:15 Dismissal
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of Classes
August 07, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of Classes
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $10,558 for elementary schools and $12,060 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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