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#131 of 253 private schools in LA
St Christopher School
Elementary School
3900 DERBIGNY ST, Metairie, LA 70001
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#131 of 253
In Metairie
#12 of 20
public schools
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St Christopher School
Elementary School in Metairie · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Christopher School
St Christopher School is a private elementary school in Metairie, LA. St Christopher School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Christopher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Christopher 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 Christopher School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Metairie, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Christopher School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Joseph C Moscona School | 4.1 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School | 6.9 |
| T.H. Harris Middle School | 5.2 |
| Rudolph Matas School | 6.8 |
| Phoebe Hearst School | 4.1 |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.1 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School | 6.2 |
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies | 8.1 |
| Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.5 |
| J.C. Ellis School | 8.1 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Green Park Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Ralph J Bunche Elementary | 4.5 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Bissonet Plaza School | 5.8 |
| Marie B. Riviere Elementary School | 5.3 |
| John Q. Adams Middle School | 6.3 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3900 DERBIGNY ST, Metairie, LA 70001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Christopher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Jefferson), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEHOE-FRANCE SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDGEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Metairie | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Joseph C Moscona School Metairie | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| East Jefferson High School Metairie | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Jefferson | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Jefferson School Jefferson | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School Metairie | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ARCHBISHOP RUMMEL HIGH SCHOOL Metairie | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| JCFA-East Jefferson | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Riverdale High School Jefferson | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL Metairie | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Virtual High School Jefferson | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| T.H. Harris Middle School Metairie | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rudolph Matas School Metairie | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| KEHOE-FRANCE SCHOOL Metairie | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA Metairie | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS Metairie | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School Metairie | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Phoebe Hearst School Metairie | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$313,300
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
39,193
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
40.5
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| Atkins Technology Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 6.3 |
| Crosley Elementary School West Monroe, LA | 6.3 |
| Merrydale Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 6.3 |
| North Iberville Elementary Rosedale, LA | 6.3 |
| South Plaquemines Elementary School Port Sulphur, LA | 6.3 |
| Vidalia Upper Elementary School Vidalia, LA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Christopher School
What grades does St Christopher School serve?
St Christopher School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Christopher School?
St Christopher School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Christopher School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Christopher School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Christopher School rank in LA?
St Christopher School ranks #131 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Christopher School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Christopher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Christopher School a private school?
Yes, St Christopher 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 Christopher School a religious school?
St Christopher School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 837-6871
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