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#195 of 253 private schools in LA
St Anthony School
Elementary School
900 FRANKLIN AVE, Gretna, LA 70053
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#195 of 253
In Gretna
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Anthony School
Elementary School in Gretna · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Anthony School
St Anthony School is a private elementary school in Gretna, LA. St Anthony School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Anthony School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 253 private schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for St Anthony School show 16% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Anthony 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 St Anthony School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Gretna, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Anthony School (this school) | 5.3 |
| McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School | 4.8 |
| William Hart Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies | 8.9 |
| Ruppel Academie Francaise | 9.4 |
| Frederick Douglass Community School | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies | 7.8 |
| Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School | 5.7 |
| George Cox Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Paul J. Solis Elementary School | 4.9 |
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 20 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
900 FRANKLIN AVE, Gretna, LA 70053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Anthony School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,786
Median Home Value
$225,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
16,409
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carter C. Raymond Junior High School Lecompte, LA | 5.3 |
| Louisiana Key Academy Northshore Baton Rouge, LA | 5.3 |
| Oak Park Elementary School Lake Charles, LA | 5.3 |
| Sharon Hills Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 5.3 |
| Wesley Ray Elementary School Angie, LA | 5.3 |
| West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard, LA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Anthony School
What grades does St Anthony School serve?
St Anthony School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Anthony School?
St Anthony School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anthony School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Anthony School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Anthony School rank in LA?
St Anthony School ranks #195 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Anthony School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Anthony School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 St Anthony School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Anthony School has 16% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
Is St Anthony School a private school?
Yes, St Anthony 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 St Anthony School a religious school?
St Anthony School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 367-0689
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