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#112 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 44% of private schools

Our Lady of Fatima School

Elementary School

3202 FRANKLIN ST, Monroe, LA 71201

Private

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#112 of 253

In Monroe

#6 of 8

public schools

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Our Lady of Fatima School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Monroe · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Prevailing Faith Christian Academy

6.1/10

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6.1/10

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About Our Lady of Fatima School

Our Lady of Fatima School is a private elementary school in Monroe, LA. Our Lady of Fatima School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Fatima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 253 private schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Our Lady of Fatima School show 12% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

How it comparesOn par with LA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Our Lady of Fatima School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Our Lady of Fatima 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 Our Lady of Fatima School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Monroe, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
223
This School
vs
409
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 88.8% vs 0%
White 4.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Our Lady of Fatima School Monroe Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Fatima School (this school) 6.5
Carroll Junior High School 6.1
Sherrouse School 4.2
New Vision Learning Academy 3.2
Sallie Humble Elementary School 8.4
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary 3.4
Neville Junior High School 9.0
Ouachita Junior High School 6.4
J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School 8.0
Carver Elementary School 4.4
Lexington Elementary School 8.8
Martin Luther King Junior High School 8.2
Thomas Jefferson Elementary 5.2
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School 4.7
Clara Hall Accelerated School 5.9
Lakeshore School 3.6
Jack Hayes Elementary School 3.8
Cypress Point Elementary School 5.0
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School 4.5
Swayze Elementary School 6.7
Berg Jones Elementary School 3.8

Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Monroe

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 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,050
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 21%
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 223
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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 12.0% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
34.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 27.2% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
42.7% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 20 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 88.8%
White 4.5%
Two or More 4.5%
Hispanic 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3202 FRANKLIN ST, Monroe, LA 71201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Fatima School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lexington Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sallie Humble Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PREVAILING FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monroe 0.5 mi 6.1
Carroll Junior High School Monroe 0.6 mi 6.1
Carroll High School Monroe 0.6 mi 4.5
ST FREDERICK HIGH SCHOOL Monroe 0.8 mi 7.3
New Vision Learning Academy Monroe 0.8 mi 3.2
Sherrouse School Monroe 0.7 mi 4.2
Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe 0.9 mi 8.4
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary Monroe 1.3 mi 3.4
QUESTECH LEARNING Monroe 1.6 mi 8.1
Neville Junior High School Monroe 1.7 mi 9.0
Carver Elementary School Monroe 1.9 mi 4.4
J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe 1.8 mi 8.0
Ouachita Junior High School Monroe 1.7 mi 6.4
Lexington Elementary School Monroe 2.0 mi 8.8
Wossman High School Monroe 2.4 mi 6.6
Martin Luther King Junior High School Monroe 2.4 mi 8.2
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe 2.5 mi 4.7
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe 2.5 mi 5.2
Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe 2.6 mi 5.9
JESUS THE GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Monroe 2.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,538

Median Home Value

$247,100

Median Rent

$882/mo

Population

21,084

College Educated

43.1%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Fatima School

What grades does Our Lady of Fatima School serve?

Our Lady of Fatima School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Fatima School?

Our Lady of Fatima School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Fatima School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Fatima School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Fatima School rank in LA?

Our Lady of Fatima School ranks #112 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Our Lady of Fatima School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Fatima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Our Lady of Fatima School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Our Lady of Fatima School has 12% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

Is Our Lady of Fatima School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Fatima 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 Our Lady of Fatima School a religious school?

Our Lady of Fatima School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
223
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Small City
County
Ouachita Parish

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