Very Good
#57 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 22% of private schools
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School
School
311 SAINT VINCENT ST, Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School
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About Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School is a private school in Donaldsonville, LA. Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional 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 Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School compares to the 4 public schools in Donaldsonville, LA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Donaldsonville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Donaldsonville High School | 5.2 |
| Donaldsonville Primary School | 7.5 |
| Lowery Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Lowery Middle School | 6.7 |
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 LA.
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
311 SAINT VINCENT ST, Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Gonzales Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Gonzales), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dutchtown Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Geismar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spanish Lake Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Geismar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Donaldsonville, see our Donaldsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donaldsonville Primary School Donaldsonville | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Donaldsonville High School Donaldsonville | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Lowery Middle School Donaldsonville | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Lowery Elementary School Donaldsonville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Belle Rose Middle School Belle Rose | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Belle Rose Primary School Belle Rose | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Sorrento Primary School Sorrento | 7.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Gonzales Middle School Gonzales | 8.6 mi | 9.3 |
| ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Paincourtville | 8.8 mi | 6.6 |
| GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales | 8.8 mi | — |
| G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales | 9.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pecan Grove Primary School Gonzales | 9.4 mi | 8.7 |
| East Ascension High School Gonzales | 9.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Gonzales Primary School Gonzales | 10.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Gonzales | 9.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Dutchtown Primary School Geismar | 10.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Dutchtown Middle School Geismar | 10.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Dutchtown High School Geismar | 10.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Assumption High School Napoleonville | 11.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Spanish Lake Primary School Geismar | 11.2 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,490
Median Home Value
$186,800
Median Rent
$854/mo
Population
9,831
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School
What grades does Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School serve?
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School?
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School rank in LA?
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School ranks #57 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School a private school?
Yes, Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional 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 Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School a religious school?
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Ascension Parish
- Phone
- (225) 473-9227
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