Excellent
#18 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 7% of private schools
St Margaret Catholic School
Elementary School
2510 ENTERPRISE BLVD, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#18 of 253
In Lake Charles
#2 of 6
public schools
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St Margaret Catholic School
Elementary School in Lake Charles · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Margaret Catholic School
St Margaret Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lake Charles, LA. St Margaret Catholic School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Margaret Catholic 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 Margaret Catholic School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Charles, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret Catholic School (this school) | 8.1 |
| T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School | 9.1 |
| Oak Park Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Pearl Watson Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Oak Park Middle School | 8.6 |
| Henry Heights Elementary School | 5.2 |
| T. H. Watkins Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Barbe Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Brentwood Elementary School | 7.0 |
| College Oaks Elementary School | 5.6 |
| John J. Johnson II Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Fairview Elementary School | 3.9 |
| F. K. White Middle School | 9.2 |
| Ralph F. Wilson Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy | 4.0 |
| Lake Charles Charter Academy | 5.8 |
| Dolby Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Prien Lake Elementary School | 9.2 |
| S. J. Welsh Middle School | 8.9 |
| A. A. Nelson Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School | 7.1 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Lake Charles
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
2510 ENTERPRISE BLVD, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John J. Johnson II Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, T. H. Watkins Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,545
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
31,843
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
60.4%
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allemands Elementary School Des Allemands, LA | 8.1 |
| Crawford Elementary School Arcadia, LA | 8.1 |
| Alton Elementary School Slidell, LA | 8.0 |
| Bains Lower Elementary School St. Francisville, LA | 8.0 |
| Boley Elementary School West Monroe, LA | 8.2 |
| Coteau Elementary School New Iberia, LA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret Catholic School
What grades does St Margaret Catholic School serve?
St Margaret Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Margaret Catholic School?
St Margaret Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Catholic School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Margaret Catholic School rank in LA?
St Margaret Catholic School ranks #18 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Margaret Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Margaret Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret Catholic 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 Margaret Catholic School a religious school?
St Margaret Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Calcasieu Parish
- Phone
- (337) 436-7959
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