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St. Christopher School

3900 Derbigny St
Metairie, LA 70001
St. Christopher School strives to recognize the uniqueness of the individual in a total Christian environment.
We aspire to offer a holistic approach to learning - body, mind, and spirit.
The nucleus of our program is dedicated to the principles of Catholic education with emphasis on the values of honesty, respect, and a concern for learning.
We endeavor to encourage young people to appreciate these values and to apply them by keeping their roots in the past and their sights on their future.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Christopher School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
513 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
St. Christopher School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Celebrating 75 years of Catholic education
  • St. Christopher School strives to recognize the uniqueness of the individual in a total Christian environment.
  • We aspire to offer a holistic approach to learning - body, mind, and spirit.
  • The nucleus of our program is dedicated to the principles of Catholic education with emphasis on the values of honesty, respect, and a concern for learning.
  • We endeavor to encourage young people to appreciate these values and to apply them by keeping their roots in the past and their sights on their future.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Christopher School's ranking?
St. Christopher School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Christopher School?
The application deadline for St. Christopher School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Metairie, LA is $9,593 for elementary schools and $9,824 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Metairie, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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