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#43 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 17% of private schools

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School

Elementary School

2305 FENELON ST, Chalmette, LA 70043

Private

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

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#43 of 253

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Our Lady of Prompt Succor School

7.5/10

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

Current school2024 Review details

C.f. Rowley Alternative School

3.3/10

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Chalmette Elementary School

5.0/10

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About Our Lady of Prompt Succor School

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School is a private elementary school in Chalmette, LA. Our Lady of Prompt Succor School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Prompt Succor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 253 private schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Our Lady of Prompt Succor School show 6% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

How it compares1.2 pts above LA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 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 Prompt Succor School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Chalmette, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
300
This School
vs
522
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
4.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.7% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%
Our Lady of Prompt Succor School Chalmette Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Prompt Succor School (this school) 7.5
C.F. Rowley Alternative School 3.3
Chalmette Elementary School 5.0
Andrew Jackson Middle School 5.2
Lacoste Elementary School 5.2
Arlene Meraux Elementary School 3.6

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)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
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 300
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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 5.8% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
34.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 23.6% (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)

White 79.7%
Black 8.3%
Two or More 5.7%
Asian 4.3%
Hispanic 1.3%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2305 FENELON ST, Chalmette, LA 70043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Prompt Succor School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Chasse Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Joseph J. Davies Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Meraux), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Belle Chasse Primary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chalmette, see our Chalmette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
C.F. Rowley Alternative School Chalmette 0.7 mi 3.3
Chalmette Elementary School Chalmette 0.8 mi 5.0
Chalmette High School Chalmette 0.8 mi 5.5
Andrew Jackson Middle School Chalmette 1.2 mi 5.2
Arlene Meraux Elementary School Chalmette 1.3 mi 3.6
Lacoste Elementary School Chalmette 1.3 mi 5.2
Elan Academy Charter School New Orleans 2.0 mi 4.2
Arabi Elementary School Arabi 2.3 mi 5.5
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School New Orleans 2.4 mi 4.9
Edna Karr High School New Orleans 2.5 mi 4.1
N.P. Trist Middle School Meraux 2.7 mi 6.3
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School Meraux 2.6 mi 8.0
Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School New Orleans 3.1 mi 5.0
Belle Chasse Primary School Belle Chasse 3.3 mi 7.2
LIGHT CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans 3.0 mi —
Belle Chasse Elementary School Belle Chasse 3.4 mi 8.5
Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Sci Tech New Orleans 3.3 mi 2.3
Dorothy Height Charter School New Orleans 3.5 mi 3.7
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL New Orleans 4.1 mi 6.5
New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy New Orleans 4.1 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,065

Median Home Value

$203,800

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

22,461

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

59.8%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

24.5%

Median Age

34.6

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James A. Herod Elementary School Abbeville, LA 7.5
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School Alexandria, LA 7.5
ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place, LA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Prompt Succor School

What grades does Our Lady of Prompt Succor School serve?

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Prompt Succor School?

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Prompt Succor School is 10.7:1. 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 Prompt Succor School rank in LA?

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School ranks #43 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Our Lady of Prompt Succor School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Prompt Succor School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Our Lady of Prompt Succor School has 6% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

Is Our Lady of Prompt Succor School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Prompt Succor 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 Prompt Succor School a religious school?

Our Lady of Prompt Succor School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
300
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Bernard Parish
Phone
(504) 271-2953

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