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#80 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 31% of private schools

St Mary Magdalen School

Elementary School

6421 W METAIRIE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003

Private

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#80 of 253

In Metairie

#10 of 20

public schools

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St Mary Magdalen School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Metairie · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About St Mary Magdalen School

St Mary Magdalen School is a private elementary school in Metairie, LA. St Mary Magdalen School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.6 pts above LA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, St Mary Magdalen School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Mary Magdalen 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 Mary Magdalen School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Metairie, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
134
This School
vs
607
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.2% vs 0%
Asian 4.5% vs 0%
Black 3.7% vs 0%
St Mary Magdalen School Metairie Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mary Magdalen School (this school) 6.9
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies 9.1
Rudolph Matas School 6.8
T.H. Harris Middle School 5.2
Green Park Elementary School 5.5
Phoebe Hearst School 4.1
Bridgedale Elementary School 6.9
Ralph J Bunche Elementary 4.5
Bissonet Plaza School 5.8
Alice Birney Elementary School 4.7
Harold Keller Elementary School 4.8
J.D. Meisler Middle School 6.2
Joseph C Moscona School 4.1
John Q. Adams Middle School 6.3
Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies 8.1
J.C. Ellis School 8.1
Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies 9.5
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School 5.3

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 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 41%
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
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Enrollment 134
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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 73.9%
Hispanic 14.2%
Asian 4.5%
Black 3.7%
Two or More 2.2%
Native American 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6421 W METAIRIE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary Magdalen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEHOE-FRANCE SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie 0.4 mi 9.1
KEHOE-FRANCE SCHOOL Metairie 0.4 mi 9.1
Rudolph Matas School Metairie 0.4 mi 6.8
T.H. Harris Middle School Metairie 0.5 mi 5.2
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie 1.0 mi 6.1
Green Park Elementary School Metairie 1.0 mi 5.5
Phoebe Hearst School Metairie 1.1 mi 4.1
ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL Metairie 1.1 mi 7.4
Bridgedale Elementary School Metairie 1.2 mi 6.9
MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Metairie 1.5 mi 5.8
Ralph J Bunche Elementary Metairie 1.4 mi 4.5
ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Metairie 1.6 mi 5.7
East Jefferson High School Metairie 1.6 mi 3.5
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Metairie 1.8 mi 6.8
ST ANN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Metairie 1.8 mi 4.3
John Clancy/Joseph Maggiore Elementary School Kenner 1.7 mi 6.5
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Metairie 1.9 mi 4.7
Bissonet Plaza School Metairie 2.0 mi 5.8
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Kenner 1.9 mi 7.7
Alice Birney Elementary School Metairie 2.1 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,151

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

39,714

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

44

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School Rating
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Deridder, LA 6.9
ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pineville, LA 7.0
Gibson Elementary School Gibson, LA 7.0
Pinecrest Elementary/Middle School West Monroe, LA 7.0
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Metairie, LA 6.8
ST ROSALIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvey, LA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary Magdalen School

What grades does St Mary Magdalen School serve?

St Mary Magdalen School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend St Mary Magdalen School?

St Mary Magdalen School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary Magdalen School rank in LA?

St Mary Magdalen School ranks #80 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Mary Magdalen School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Mary Magdalen School a private school?

Yes, St Mary Magdalen 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 Mary Magdalen School a religious school?

St Mary Magdalen School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
134
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Jefferson Parish

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