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#176 of 253 private schools in LA
Holy Ghost School
Elementary School
507 N OAK ST, Hammond, LA 70401
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#176 of 253
In Hammond
#4 of 4
public schools
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Holy Ghost School
Elementary School in Hammond · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Ghost School
Holy Ghost School is a private elementary school in Hammond, LA. Holy Ghost School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Ghost School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Holy Ghost 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 Ghost School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Hammond, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Ghost School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Southeastern LA University Lab School | 7.0 |
| Greenville Park Leadership Academy | 3.9 |
| Woodland Park Magnet | 3.5 |
| Hammond Westside Montessori | 7.7 |
| Hammond Eastside Magnet | 8.1 |
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
507 N OAK ST, Hammond, LA 70401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Ghost School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hammond Eastside Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hammond Westside Montessori (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hammond, see our Hammond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,995
Median Home Value
$226,800
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
21,901
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
46.4%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
29.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boothville-Venice Elementary School Boothville, LA | 5.7 |
| Dorseyville Elementary School White Castle, LA | 5.7 |
| Harahan School Harahan, LA | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Lake Charles, LA | 5.7 |
| Pickering Elementary School Leesville, LA | 5.7 |
| ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs, LA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Ghost School
What grades does Holy Ghost School serve?
Holy Ghost School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Ghost School?
Holy Ghost School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Ghost School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Ghost School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Ghost School rank in LA?
Holy Ghost School ranks #176 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Holy Ghost School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Ghost School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Ghost School a private school?
Yes, Holy Ghost 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 Ghost School a religious school?
Holy Ghost School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tangipahoa Parish
- Phone
- (985) 345-0977
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