Below Average
#222 of 253 private schools in LA
Holy Family Catholic School
Elementary School
200 SAINT JOHN ST, Lafayette, LA 70501
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#222 of 253
In Lafayette
#6 of 9
public schools
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Holy Family Catholic School
Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lafayette, LA. Holy Family Catholic School serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #222 of 253 private schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Holy Family Catholic School show 4% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Holy Family 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 Holy Family Catholic School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Myrtle Place Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Lafayette Middle School | 6.3 |
| Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Alice N. Boucher Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Willow Charter Academy | 7.7 |
| J.W. Faulk Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Edward J Sam Accelerated School of Lafayette | 5.7 |
| Paul Breaux Middle School | 2.9 |
| David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy | 7.4 |
| Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy | 3.6 |
| S.J. Montgomery Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Woodvale Elementary School | 8.0 |
| L.J. Alleman Middle School | 7.6 |
| Evangeline Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Acadian Middle School | 4.9 |
| Live Oak Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Edgar Martin Middle School | 8.3 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Prairie Elementary School | 8.3 |
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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 LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
200 SAINT JOHN ST, Lafayette, LA 70501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Family Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Myrtle Place Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alice N. Boucher Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,723
Median Home Value
$117,200
Median Rent
$867/mo
Population
26,956
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Charles, LA | 4.8 |
| Northeast Elementary School Opelousas, LA | 4.8 |
| CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Carencro, LA | 4.7 |
| Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School Baton Rouge, LA | 4.7 |
| Belle Rose Primary School Belle Rose, LA | 4.9 |
| Morse Elementary School Morse, LA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Family Catholic School
What grades does Holy Family Catholic School serve?
Holy Family Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Family Catholic School?
Holy Family Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Family Catholic School rank in LA?
Holy Family Catholic School ranks #222 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Holy Family Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Holy Family Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Family Catholic School has 4% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
Is Holy Family Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Holy Family 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 Holy Family Catholic School a religious school?
Holy Family Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 201
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lafayette Parish
- Phone
- (337) 235-0267
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