Below Average
#219 of 253 private schools in LA
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School
Elementary School
300 VERRET ST, Houma, LA 70360
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#219 of 253
In Houma
#6 of 8
public schools
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St Francis De Sales Cathedral School
Elementary School in Houma · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Francis De Sales Cathedral School
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Houma, LA. St Francis De Sales Cathedral School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales Cathedral 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 Francis De Sales Cathedral School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Houma, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales Cathedral School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Legion Park Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Houma Junior High School | 6.4 |
| Acadian Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Southdown Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Honduras Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Mulberry Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Lisa Park Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Oaklawn Middle School | 6.5 |
| School for Exceptional Children | 5.2 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Grand Caillou Middle School | 5.8 |
| Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Village East Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Bayou Blue Middle School | 6.9 |
| Bayou Blue Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Oakshire Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Coteau-Bayou Blue Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Dularge Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Evergreen Junior High School | 6.3 |
| Grand Caillou Elementary School | 8.6 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Houma
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
300 VERRET ST, Houma, LA 70360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legion Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mulberry Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houma, see our Houma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houma | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Legion Park Elementary School Houma | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Terrebonne High School Houma | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Houma | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA Houma | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Acadian Elementary School Houma | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Houma Junior High School Houma | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houma | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Southdown Elementary School Houma | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Honduras Elementary School Houma | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| VANDEBILT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Houma | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Mulberry Elementary School Houma | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Lisa Park Elementary School Houma | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Oaklawn Middle School Houma | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Houma | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| School for Exceptional Children Houma | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Houma | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Ellender Memorial High School Houma | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School Houma | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Grand Caillou Middle School Houma | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,365
Median Home Value
$297,100
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
28,810
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales Cathedral School
What grades does St Francis De Sales Cathedral School serve?
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales Cathedral School?
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales Cathedral School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales Cathedral School rank in LA?
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School ranks #219 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Francis De Sales Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales Cathedral 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 Francis De Sales Cathedral School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 575
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Terrebonne Parish
- Phone
- (985) 868-6646
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