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St. Francis School

490 Saint Joseph Ave
Iota, LA 70543
The mission of St. Francis School is to provide an environment of academic excellence and a lived Catholic Faith that challenges each student to achieve his or her greatest potential with the support of family and community.
St. Francis is fully approved by the state of Louisiana, and is subject to the Louisiana standards for non-public schools.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Francis School often compared to?
St. Francis School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis School?
The application deadline for St. Francis School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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).

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