St. Peter Catholic School is a co-educational school founded in 1878.
We currently serve over 800 students in grades Key Cottage 3 year olds - 7th grade.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,020
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 4
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Peter Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1878
Student Body
Total Students
873 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 4
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Tanya Montour
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
- Our Mission:In fidelity to the Apostolate of Catholic education, we, the leadership of St. Peter Catholic School, fully mindful of the sacred entrustment between parent and school, will create an environment where students will grow spiritually, intellectually, humanly, and apostolically, thereby glorifying God and giving witness to the presence of Christ in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peter Catholic School cost?
St. Peter Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,020 for private students.
What schools are St. Peter Catholic School often compared to?
St. Peter Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Peter Catholic School offer?
St. Peter Catholic School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Peter Catholic School's ranking?
St. Peter Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Catholic School is Feb. 4.
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Peter Catholic School is St. Scholastica Academy (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Covington Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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