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#2 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 1% of private schools

Kehoe-france School

Elementary School

720 ELISE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003

Private

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

3.7:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#2 of 253

In Metairie

#1 of 20

public schools

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Kehoe-france School

9.1/10

Elementary School in Metairie · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

T.h. Harris Middle School

5.2/10

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6.8/10

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About Kehoe-france School

Kehoe-france School is a private elementary school in Metairie, LA. Kehoe-france School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kehoe-france School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares2.8 pts above LA schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 3.7:1 students to teachers, Kehoe-france School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kehoe-france 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 Kehoe-france School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Metairie, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.7:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
273
This School
vs
607
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
9.1
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.2% vs 0%
Asian 18.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Kehoe-france School Metairie Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Kehoe-france School (this school) 9.1
T.H. Harris Middle School 5.2
Rudolph Matas School 6.8
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies 9.1
Bridgedale Elementary School 6.9
Phoebe Hearst School 4.1
Green Park Elementary School 5.5
Ralph J Bunche Elementary 4.5
Alice Birney Elementary School 4.7
Bissonet Plaza School 5.8
J.D. Meisler Middle School 6.2
Joseph C Moscona School 4.1
Harold Keller Elementary School 4.8
Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies 8.1
John Q. Adams Middle School 6.3
J.C. Ellis School 8.1
Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies 9.5
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School 5.3

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)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 44%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 273
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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)

White 72.2%
Asian 18.3%
Hispanic 3.7%
Two or More 3.7%
Black 1.8%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

720 ELISE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kehoe-france School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SLATER TORAH ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
T.H. Harris Middle School Metairie 0.2 mi 5.2
Rudolph Matas School Metairie 0.2 mi 6.8
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Metairie 0.4 mi 6.9
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie 0.6 mi 9.1
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie 0.6 mi 6.1
ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL Metairie 0.8 mi 7.4
Bridgedale Elementary School Metairie 0.8 mi 6.9
Phoebe Hearst School Metairie 1.1 mi 4.1
East Jefferson High School Metairie 1.1 mi 3.5
Green Park Elementary School Metairie 1.4 mi 5.5
MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Metairie 1.7 mi 5.8
ST ANN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Metairie 1.9 mi 4.3
RIDGEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Metairie 1.6 mi 8.3
Ralph J Bunche Elementary Metairie 1.7 mi 4.5
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Metairie 1.8 mi 6.3
ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Metairie 2.0 mi 5.7
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Metairie 2.1 mi 6.8
Alice Birney Elementary School Metairie 2.2 mi 4.7
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Metairie 2.2 mi 4.7
SLATER TORAH ACADEMY Metairie 2.4 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,151

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

39,714

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

44

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School Rating
Indian Bayou Elementary School Rayne, LA 9.1
Palmetto Elementary School Palmetto, LA 9.1
ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans, LA 9.1
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Lake Charles, LA 9.1
Brusly Upper Elementary School Brusly, LA 9.0
DeQuincy Primary School Dequincy, LA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kehoe-france School

What grades does Kehoe-france School serve?

Kehoe-france School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Kehoe-france School?

Kehoe-france School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kehoe-france School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kehoe-france School is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kehoe-france School rank in LA?

Kehoe-france School ranks #2 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Kehoe-france School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kehoe-france School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kehoe-france School a private school?

Yes, Kehoe-france School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Kehoe-france School a religious school?

No, Kehoe-france School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
273
Gender Split
92% M / 8% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
75
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Jefferson Parish

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