2019 Best Catholic Schools in the Lafayette AreaAbout this List

Schools of the Sacred Heart

• Private School
• Grand Coteau, LA
• PK, K-12
• 33

Parent: This school is unique as it is the only school in Louisiana that can offer single gender education for PK-12 for both boys and girls on the same beautiful campus, and has a boarding school in which our children can make friends and be exposed to cultures around the world. The international exchange program with the many Schools of the Sacred Heart also opens up an opportunity for my children to be able to travel abroad and give them a more global perspective. Besides these unique opportunities, it is hard to put into words the feel of this school. It’s rich, near 200 year history, the pride the boys and girls have in their school and the lifelong bonds they make with their fellow brothers and sisters, and the goals of the Sacred Heart that are deeply instilled in the children and their families, give us all a sense that we are blessed to be a part of this holy place.
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• A

• 469 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Thomas More High School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• 9-12
• 132

Senior: I absolutely love Saint Thomas More. It has been my home for the past four years, and I could not have been happier anywhere else. My favorite thing about STM is the the amount of clubs you can get involved in. Although I am not athletic or play any sports, I was able to find many activities and clubs to get involved in. I also loved all of my teachers over here. Our teachers are very dedicated to the needs of each individual student. I would not change one thing.
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• A

• 1,050 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John Paul the Great Academy

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-12
• 11

Senior: My school encourages their students to reach their full potential, offering guidance to the whole person, not just college preparation and gearing one for a future career. They desire to form the whole person and bring them to their absolute best.
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• A-

• 271 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Teurlings Catholic High School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• 9-12
• 73

Senior: Teurlings Catholic High School is advanced in their college-ready academics, diverse sports, academic/service clubs, and religious life. As you walk into their campus life, there are many supportive people and encouraging teachers that are ready to welcome you. This high school prepares you for college throughout your school life. Go Rebels!
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• B+

• 778 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Vermilion Catholic High School

• Private School
• Abbeville, LA
• 9-12
• 37

Parent: Vermilion Catholic is a small parochial school located in Abbeville, Louisiana. I have three children who have graduated from VC. One of the sayings in the school is "We are a family" and that is very much true. The administration and staff knew my children by name and would go out of their way for them. If the kids got sick, they cared for them until someone could get to them. If they did poorly in a class, someone was there to tutor them. The environment is steeped in religion. All students at VC have a relationship with the parish priest and he knew each of them by name. I could not have chosen a better place for my children to attend high school. Go Eagles!
Read 37 Reviews

• B+

• 242 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Notre Dame High School

• Private School
• Crowley, LA
• 9-12
• 58

Junior: From my nearly three years of experience, Notre Dame has played a major role in my life. With the main focuses of religion, academics, and athletics (in that order), the school provides a safe and welcoming environment for teenagers to learn. A downside, however, is that the facilities are extremely outdated. The girls bathrooms are definitely below-standard; there is only one bathroom stall that provides privacy by means of locking and being an appropriate length. The classrooms still lack the technology used in most schools, such as Promethian and Ēno boards. All-in-all, this school has provided me with a quality education, a deeper understanding and love for my faith, and multiple opportunities to become a state champion in both the sports of softball and volleyball.
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• B+

• 402 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Catholic High School

• Private School
• New Iberia, LA
• 4-12
• 23

Senior: Catholic High has a great atmosphere. As a student, I was able to do hands on experiments and am very involved in the school community. The school has a variety of different sports and clubs to participate in. During homecoming week, students are given many fun activities to participate in such as paint wars and manther (boys play volleyball) along with powder puff. The teachers strive to make sure each child is ready for college and has the best education. At Catholic High, it is more like family than it is school.
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• B+

• 837 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Opelousas Catholic School

• Private School
• Opelousas, LA
• PK, K-12
• 51

Alum: I am an Opelousas catholic alumni and I started attending in the 3rd grade and met some of my best friends today. I played basketball, ran track, played softball, and was on pep squad. My high school career was a great experience. Everyone there knew each other so it wasn’t like a big school where it is easy to become lonely. It was a great school I would recommend them gettin better teachers to prep them for college.
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• B

• 693 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Our Lady of Fatima School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 917 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cathedral Carmel School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 784 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Pius Elementary School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 711 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sts. Leo-Seton Catholic School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 524 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Bernard School

• Private School
• Breaux Bridge, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 504 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Genevieve Elementary School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 492 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Cecilia School

• Private School
• Broussard, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 490 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Ignatius Elementary School

• Private School
• Grand Coteau, LA
• PK, K-8
• 1

Middle School Student: Great Wonderful teachers, amazing education, great sports program, no bullying. Students get a religion education and in every class have a computer.
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• NG

• 437 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mount Carmel Elementary School

• Private School
• Abbeville, LA
• PK, K-8
• 1

High School Senior: I really enjoy the spiritual guidance that Mount Carmel provides me with. I also enjoy the school spirit the teachers and students have for school events.
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• NG

• 434 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Michael Elementary School

• Private School
• Crowley, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 401 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Edward School

• Private School
• New Iberia, LA
• PK, K-3

• NG

• 386 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carencro Catholic School

• Private School
• Carencro, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 378 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rayne Catholic Elementary School

• Private School
• Rayne, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 367 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Elementary School

• Private School
• Scott, LA
• K-8

• NG

• 367 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Our Mother of Peace Elementary School

• Private School
• Church Point, LA
• PK, K-8
• 2

Middle School Student: Love Our Mother of Peace! I especially love the family atmosphere that is shown through everything that is done at OMP.
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• NG

• 293 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Holy Family Catholic School

• Private School
• Lafayette, LA
• PK, K-7

• NG

• 236 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Trinity Catholic Elementary School

• Private School
• Saint Martinville, LA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 227 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio