St. Edward School (Top-Ranked ²ÝÁñÉçÇø School for 2026)

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St. Edward School

175 Porter St
New Iberia, LA 70560

Tel: (337) 369-6764

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St. Edward School was originally founded as an all-black Catholic School on November 18, 1918 by St. Katharine Drexel.

Our mission is "living the eucharistic reality that "all are one in Christ".

We believe that our primary reason for existing is to instill in each child the Christian principles, attitudes and values which will result in a deep love of God, country, and all people.

We believe that we should accept each child as he or she is, yet seek to provide an education that will develop his or her fullest potential, an education dedicated to spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, cultural and social development.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 314 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,965
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-3

Year Founded

1918

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

314 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 22%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

21 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,965

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Arts and Music ProgramsGuitar Lessons

School Notes

St. Edward School was originally founded as an all-black Catholic School on November 18, 1918 by St. Katharine Drexel.
Our mission is "living the eucharistic reality that "all are one in Christ".
We believe that our primary reason for existing is to instill in each child the Christian principles, attitudes and values which will result in a deep love of God, country, and all people.
We believe that we should accept each child as he or she is, yet seek to provide an education that will develop his or her fullest potential, an education dedicated to spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, cultural and social development.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Edward School cost?

St. Edward School's tuition is approximately $4,965 for private students.

What schools are St. Edward School often compared to?

St. Edward School is often viewed alongside schools like Highland Baptist Christian School, Acadiana Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is St. Edward School's ranking?

St. Edward 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. Edward School?

The application deadline for St. Edward 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-3
Enrollment: 314 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,965
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Louisiana is $9,606 for elementary schools and $11,032 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Louisiana is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).