Very Good
#55 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 21% of private schools
St Cletus Elementary School
Elementary School
3610 CLAIRE AVE, Gretna, LA 70053
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#55 of 253
In Gretna
#1 of 4
public schools
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St Cletus Elementary 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 Cletus Elementary School
St Cletus Elementary School is a private elementary school in Gretna, LA. St Cletus Elementary School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cletus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Cletus Elementary 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 Cletus Elementary School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Gretna, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cletus Elementary School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies | 7.8 |
| George Cox Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Paul J. Solis Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Frederick Douglass Community School | 4.8 |
| Ruppel Academie Francaise | 9.4 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies | 8.9 |
| William Hart Elementary School | 3.6 |
| McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School | 4.8 |
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
3610 CLAIRE AVE, Gretna, LA 70053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cletus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Terrytown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies Gretna | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School Gretna | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MUSLIM ACADEMY Gretna | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Livaudais Middle School Terrytown | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| George Cox Elementary School Gretna | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Paul J. Solis Elementary School Gretna | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodland West School Harvey | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ARDEN CAHILL ACADEMY Gretna | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Terrytown Elementary School Terrytown | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School Terrytown | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI Terrytown | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Frederick Douglass Community School Gretna | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish Terrytown | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Ruppel Academie Francaise Gretna | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| William Hart Elementary School Gretna | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| West Jefferson High School Harvey | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| JCFA Harvey | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Jefferson RISE Charter School Harvey | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Woodmere School Harvey | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cletus Elementary School
What grades does St Cletus Elementary School serve?
St Cletus Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Cletus Elementary School?
St Cletus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cletus Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cletus Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cletus Elementary School rank in LA?
St Cletus Elementary School ranks #55 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Cletus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cletus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cletus Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Cletus Elementary 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 Cletus Elementary School a religious school?
St Cletus Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 366-3538
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