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#38 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 15% of private schools

St Frances Cabrini School

Elementary School

2215 E TEXAS AVE, Alexandria, LA 71301

Private

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#38 of 253

In Alexandria

#2 of 5

public schools

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St Frances Cabrini School

7.6/10

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

Bolton High School

8.2/10

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3.6/10

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About St Frances Cabrini School

St Frances Cabrini School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, LA. St Frances Cabrini School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Frances Cabrini School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 253 private schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for St Frances Cabrini School show 10% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

How it compares1.3 pts above LA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Frances Cabrini 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 Frances Cabrini School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
272
This School
vs
401
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.1% vs 0%
Black 32% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
St Frances Cabrini School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Frances Cabrini School (this school) 7.6
L.S. Rugg Elementary School 3.6
Alma Redwine Elementary 7.6
Scott M. Brame Middle School 7.5
Cherokee Elementary School 6.4
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School 7.6
D.F. Huddle Elementary 6.2
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School 6.0
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School 5.1
Alexandria Middle Magnet School 6.4
Rapides Training Academy 5.8
J.B. Nachman Elementary School 8.1
Peabody Montessori Elementary School 6.8
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School 7.5
Martin Park Elementary School 5.5
Acadian Elementary 7.7
Mabel Brasher Montessori 5.5
Renaissance Home for Youth
Poland Junior High School 8.7
Buckeye High School 6.6
Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center 6.9

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 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,309.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 272
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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 9.8% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
33.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.3% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
42.8% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 16 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 58.1%
Black 32.0%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 2.9%
Two or More 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2215 E TEXAS AVE, Alexandria, LA 71301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Frances Cabrini School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.B. Nachman Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Acadian Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Bolton High School Alexandria 0.7 mi 8.2
L.S. Rugg Elementary School Alexandria 0.9 mi 3.6
Alma Redwine Elementary Alexandria 0.9 mi 7.6
OUR LADY-PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Alexandria 1.4 mi 4.7
Scott M. Brame Middle School Alexandria 1.3 mi 7.5
Cherokee Elementary School Alexandria 1.3 mi 6.4
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School Alexandria 1.5 mi 6.0
Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria 1.4 mi 6.4
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 1.6 mi 5.1
D.F. Huddle Elementary Alexandria 1.5 mi 6.2
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria 1.5 mi 7.6
Alexandria Middle Magnet School Alexandria 1.6 mi 6.4
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria 1.7 mi 8.5
Peabody Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 1.8 mi 6.8
Rapides Training Academy Alexandria 1.7 mi 5.8
J.B. Nachman Elementary School Alexandria 1.7 mi 8.1
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School Alexandria 1.9 mi 7.5
Martin Park Elementary School Alexandria 2.2 mi 5.5
Alexandria Senior High School Alexandria 2.2 mi 7.1
Acadian Elementary Alexandria 2.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,330

Median Home Value

$156,700

Median Rent

$919/mo

Population

17,266

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

49.7%

Poverty Rate

26.7%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alma Redwine Elementary Alexandria, LA 7.6
T. H. Watkins Elementary School Lake Charles, LA 7.6
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur, LA 7.6
Dolby Elementary School Lake Charles, LA 7.5
HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL New Orleans, LA 7.5
James A. Herod Elementary School Abbeville, LA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Frances Cabrini School

What grades does St Frances Cabrini School serve?

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

How many students attend St Frances Cabrini School?

St Frances Cabrini School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Frances Cabrini School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Frances Cabrini School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Frances Cabrini School rank in LA?

St Frances Cabrini School ranks #38 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Frances Cabrini School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Frances Cabrini School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Frances Cabrini School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Frances Cabrini School has 10% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

Is St Frances Cabrini School a private school?

Yes, St Frances Cabrini 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 Frances Cabrini School a religious school?

St Frances Cabrini School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.4 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Small City
County
Rapides Parish

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