Below Average
#210 of 225 private schools in AZ
Lourdes Catholic School
School
555 E PATAGONIA HWY, Nogales, AZ 85621
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#210 of 225
In Nogales
#4 of 4
public schools
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Lourdes Catholic School
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About Lourdes Catholic School
Lourdes Catholic School is a private school in Nogales, AZ. Lourdes Catholic School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lourdes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Lourdes Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lourdes Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Nogales, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lourdes Catholic School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Challenger Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School | 9.7 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Wade Carpenter Middle School | 3.2 |
| Pierson High School | 6.4 |
| NUSD Online | 5.1 |
| Nogales High School | 6.6 |
| Mary L Welty Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Little Red Schoolhouse | 8.5 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School | 5.1 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
555 E PATAGONIA HWY, Nogales, AZ 85621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lourdes Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mexicayotl Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Red Schoolhouse (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Bracker Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nogales, see our Nogales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colegio Petite Arizona Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Challenger Elementary School Nogales | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Nogales | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales | 1.2 mi | 9.7 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Wade Carpenter Middle School Nogales | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| EdOptions Preparatory Academy Tempe | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Nogales | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Pierson High School Nogales | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| NUSD Online Nogales | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Nogales High School Nogales | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary L Welty Elementary School Nogales | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Little Red Schoolhouse Nogales | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales | 4.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 6.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,309
Median Home Value
$173,600
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
21,512
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lourdes Catholic School
What grades does Lourdes Catholic School serve?
Lourdes Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lourdes Catholic School?
Lourdes Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Catholic School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lourdes Catholic School rank in AZ?
Lourdes Catholic School ranks #210 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Lourdes Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lourdes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lourdes Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Lourdes Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lourdes Catholic School a religious school?
Lourdes Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (520) 287-5659
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