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#37 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 14% of private schools

Archbishop Shaw High School

High School

1000 SALESIAN LN, Marrero, LA 70072

Private

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#37 of 253

In Marrero

#1 of 5

public schools

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Archbishop Shaw High School

7.7/10

High School in Marrero · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Archbishop Shaw High School

Archbishop Shaw High School is a private high school in Marrero, LA. Archbishop Shaw High School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Archbishop Shaw High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 253 private schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Archbishop Shaw High School show 8% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

How it compares1.7 pts above LA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Archbishop Shaw High 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

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How Archbishop Shaw High School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Marrero, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
This School
vs
16.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
380
This School
vs
903
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 44.7% vs 0%
Black 28.9% vs 0%
Asian 15.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.5% vs 0%
Archbishop Shaw High School Marrero Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Archbishop Shaw High School (this school) 7.7
Lincoln School for the Arts 6.3
L.H. Marrero Middle School 8.0
John Ehret High School 5.2
L.W. Higgins High School 4.1
Harry S Truman School 6.8
Fisher Middle/High School 7.7
Estelle School 4.9
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School 7.5
Allen Ellender School 9.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 LA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 10.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 380
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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 LA

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 8.0% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 20.0% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 3 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 44.7%
Black 28.9%
Asian 15.8%
Hispanic 10.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 SALESIAN LN, Marrero, LA 70072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Archbishop Shaw High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), a more accessible option. Another option is John Ehret High School (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, L.W. Higgins High School (rated 4.1/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marrero, see our Marrero schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CONQUERING WORD CHRISTIN ACADEMY WESTBANK Marrero 0.4 mi 7.1
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School Marrero 0.6 mi 4.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Marrero 0.7 mi 7.4
Lincoln School for the Arts Marrero 0.7 mi 6.3
L.H. Marrero Middle School Marrero 0.9 mi 8.0
John Ehret High School Marrero 1.1 mi 5.2
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School Harvey 1.1 mi 4.2
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marrero 1.1 mi 6.2
ST ROSALIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvey 1.3 mi 6.8
L.W. Higgins High School Marrero 1.7 mi 4.1
ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS New Orleans 1.9 mi 8.7
ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Orleans 1.9 mi 6.4
ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 1.9 mi 9.1
KNIGHTS ACADEMY & HIGH SCHOOL LLC Harvey 1.9 mi
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 2.0 mi 6.3
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School Westwego 1.8 mi 6.3
West Jefferson High School Harvey 1.9 mi 3.3
Laureate Academy Charter School Harvey 2.1 mi 2.5
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science New Orleans 2.2 mi 6.1
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence New Orleans 2.2 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,866

Median Home Value

$190,700

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

55,641

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

75.3%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fisher Middle/High School Marrero, LA 7.7
Jeanerette Senior High School Jeanerette, LA 7.7
East Feliciana High School Jackson, LA 7.8
Midland High School Midland, LA 7.8
White Castle High School White Castle, LA 7.6
Kinder High School Kinder, LA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Archbishop Shaw High School

What grades does Archbishop Shaw High School serve?

Archbishop Shaw High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Archbishop Shaw High School?

Archbishop Shaw High School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Shaw High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Shaw High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Archbishop Shaw High School rank in LA?

Archbishop Shaw High School ranks #37 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Archbishop Shaw High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Archbishop Shaw High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Archbishop Shaw High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Archbishop Shaw High School has 8% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

Is Archbishop Shaw High School a private school?

Yes, Archbishop Shaw High School is a private all-boys 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 Archbishop Shaw High School a religious school?

Archbishop Shaw High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
380
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson Parish

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