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#160 of 253 private schools in LA

St Bernard School

Elementary School

251 E BRIDGE ST, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

Private

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#160 of 253

In Breaux Bridge

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Bernard School

5.9/10

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

Breaux Bridge Junior High School

5.2/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Breaux Bridge Primary School

6.6/10

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About St Bernard School

St Bernard School is a private elementary school in Breaux Bridge, LA. St Bernard School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.4 pts below LA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Bernard 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 St Bernard School compares to the 4 public schools in Breaux Bridge, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
347
This School
vs
506
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.8% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
St Bernard School Breaux Bridge Public Avg

All Schools in Breaux Bridge

School Rating
St Bernard School (this school) 5.9
Breaux Bridge Junior High School 5.2
Breaux Bridge Primary School 6.6
Breaux Bridge Elementary School 5.3
Breaux Bridge High School 5.2

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)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,299.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
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 347
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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 90.8%
Black 4.3%
Hispanic 2.0%
Two or More 2.0%
Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

251 E BRIDGE ST, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Bernard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cecilia Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Cecilia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J.W. Faulk Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Breaux Bridge, see our Breaux Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Breaux Bridge Junior High School Breaux Bridge 0.2 mi 5.2
Breaux Bridge Primary School Breaux Bridge 0.5 mi 6.6
Breaux Bridge Elementary School Breaux Bridge 0.5 mi 5.3
LOUISIANA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Breaux Bridge 2.7 mi 6.7
Breaux Bridge High School Breaux Bridge 2.8 mi 5.2
Teche Elementary School Cecilia 4.2 mi 6.9
Cecilia Junior High School Cecilia 5.1 mi 5.4
Cecilia Primary School Cecilia 5.3 mi 7.6
Cecilia High School Cecilia 5.5 mi 5.7
Parks Primary School Parks 5.7 mi 5.4
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy Lafayette 5.8 mi 7.4
TEURLINGS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 5.9 mi 4.6
Parks Middle School St. Martinville 6.2 mi 6.6
J.W. Faulk Elementary School Lafayette 6.3 mi 7.1
Northside High School Lafayette 6.4 mi 4.1
Acadian Middle School Lafayette 6.6 mi 4.9
Evangeline Elementary School Lafayette 6.7 mi 6.1
Paul Breaux Middle School Lafayette 7.1 mi 2.9
STS LEO-SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lafayette 6.9 mi 4.9
Willow Charter Academy Lafayette 6.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,342

Median Home Value

$151,600

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

26,570

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe, LA 5.9
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Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School River Ridge, LA 5.9
Holly Ridge Elementary School Rayville, LA 5.9
Impact Charter School Baton Rouge, LA 5.9
M.R. Weaver Elementary School Natchitoches, LA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Bernard School

What grades does St Bernard School serve?

St Bernard School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Bernard School?

St Bernard School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernard School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Bernard School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Bernard School rank in LA?

St Bernard School ranks #160 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Bernard School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Bernard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Bernard School a private school?

Yes, St Bernard 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 Bernard School a religious school?

St Bernard School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
347
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
St. Martin Parish

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