Vandebilt Catholic High School, founded by the Marianite Sisters of Holy Cross in 1870 and continued by the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, is a diocesan co-educational institution for grades 8-12 in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.
We are committed to spiritual formation and academic excellence in an environment rooted in Catholic values and in the teachings of Jesus Christ.
We primarily serve Catholic students of Terrebonne Parish in a caring and orderly atmosphere.
We offer a college preparatory curriculum and stress a personal approach to the education of the whole student through diverse academic, athletic, and cocurricular programs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Vandebilt Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
779 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vandebilt Catholic High School often compared to?
Vandebilt Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Houma Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Vandebilt Catholic High School's ranking?
Vandebilt Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Vandebilt Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Vandebilt Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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