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#193 of 253 private schools in LA

St Joseph's Academy

High School

2950 KLEINERT AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,121

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,121

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#193 of 253

In Baton Rouge

#26 of 34

public schools

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About St Joseph's Academy

St Joseph's Academy is a private high school in Baton Rouge, LA. St Joseph's Academy serves approximately 1,121 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.6 pts below LA schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

St Joseph's Academy 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.

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How St Joseph's Academy compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Baton Rouge, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.1:1

This School

33.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,121

This School

945

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.9% vs 0%

Black 4.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.4% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

St Joseph's Academy Baton Rouge Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Joseph's Academy (this school)	—	1,121	13.1:1	5.4
Baton Rouge Magnet High School	0.5 mi	1,602	17.4:1	9.0
McKinley Senior High School	1.4 mi	827	13.6:1	3.1
EBR Virtual Academy	1.4 mi	251	9:1	6.9
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy	1.4 mi	2,180	22.5:1	3.7
LSU Laboratory School	1.8 mi	1,515	12:1	7.5
University View Academy Inc. (FRM LA Connections)	1.8 mi	4,079	19.8:1	3.8
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy	1.9 mi	522	13.7:1	4.7
Liberty High School	2.2 mi	1,241	15:1	7.7
Madison Preparatory Academy	2.3 mi	590	15.9:1	7.2
Istrouma High School	2.8 mi	697	13.9:1	2.8
Collegiate Baton Rouge	3.0 mi	515	13.6:1	3.9
Arlington Preparatory Academy	3.4 mi	91	4:1	5.4
Thrive Academy	3.8 mi	188	7.8:1	6.3
EBR Readiness Superintendent Academy	4.0 mi	345	8.4:1	5.3
IDEA Bridge	4.1 mi	1,119	31.1:1	1.7
Tara High School	4.2 mi	1,002	18.2:1	2.9
Broadmoor Senior High School	4.9 mi	903	17:1	3.2
IDEA Innovation	5.4 mi	966	24.1:1	1.9
Glen Oaks Senior High School	5.6 mi	687	10.7:1	3.8
Northdale Superintendent's Academy	6.0 mi	174	8.3:1	4.4

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Baton Rouge

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

B- 5.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,292.1

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 22%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 2.2 / 10

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Enrollment 1,121

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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 87.9%

Black 4.8%

Hispanic 3.4%

Asian 2.5%

Two or More 1.1%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2950 KLEINERT AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph's Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Baton Rouge Magnet High School (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKinley Senior High School (rated 3.1/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge	0.3 mi	1,145	5.5
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge Baton Rouge	0.4 mi	433	5.1
ST JOHN PRIMARY & SAINT THERESA MIDDLE Baton Rouge	0.5 mi	667	4.3
Baton Rouge Magnet High School Baton Rouge	0.5 mi	1,602	9.0
The Dufrocq School Baton Rouge	0.8 mi	463	5.2
LOUISIANA NEW SCHOOL ACADEMY Baton Rouge	0.9 mi	21	—
Bernard Terrace Elementary School Baton Rouge	1.0 mi	245	5.6
McKinley Middle Magnet School Baton Rouge	1.0 mi	645	6.6
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge	1.1 mi	84	6.2
B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet Baton Rouge	1.2 mi	637	9.4
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge	1.4 mi	105	7.7
McKinley Senior High School Baton Rouge	1.4 mi	827	3.1
Eva Legard Learning Center Baton Rouge	1.4 mi	53	5.4
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy Baton Rouge	1.4 mi	2,180	3.7
Park Elementary School Baton Rouge	1.6 mi	343	6.7
EBR Virtual Academy Baton Rouge	1.4 mi	251	6.9
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School Baton Rouge	1.5 mi	468	9.5
LSU Laboratory School Baton Rouge	1.8 mi	1,515	7.5
Westdale Middle School Baton Rouge	1.6 mi	559	6.8
Capitol Elementary School Baton Rouge	1.8 mi	301	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,430

Median Home Value

$321,400

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Population

28,551

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

42.9%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

34.5

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Bogalusa High School Bogalusa, LA	698	5.4
E.D. WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Thibodaux, LA	703	5.4
Thibodaux High School Thibodaux, LA	1,427	5.4
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge, LA	1,145	5.5
Morgan City High School Morgan City, LA	711	5.5
Ouachita Parish High School Monroe, LA	1,190	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph's Academy

What grades does St Joseph's Academy serve?

St Joseph's Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Joseph's Academy?

St Joseph's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,121 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph's Academy rank in LA?

St Joseph's Academy ranks #193 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Joseph's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Joseph's Academy a private school?

Yes, St Joseph's Academy is a private all-girls 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 Joseph's Academy a religious school?

St Joseph's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 1,121
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 85
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
Phone: (225) 383-7207

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