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#185 of 253 private schools in LA

St Mary's Assumption School

Elementary School

850 FRONT ST, Cottonport, LA 71327

Private

Enrollment

186

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Mary's Assumption School

5.5/10

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

Cottonport Elementary

4.2/10

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About St Mary's Assumption School

St Mary's Assumption School is a private elementary school in Cottonport, LA. St Mary's Assumption School serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Assumption School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.8 pts below LA schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 186 students, St Mary's Assumption 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's Assumption 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's Assumption School compares to the 1 public school in Cottonport, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
186
This School
vs
297
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
4.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.2% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
St Mary's Assumption School Cottonport Public Avg

All Schools in Cottonport

School Rating
St Mary's Assumption School (this school) 5.5
Cottonport Elementary 4.2

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)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 35%
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 186
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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 79.6%
Hispanic 10.2%
Asian 3.2%
Pacific Islander 2.7%
Two or More 2.7%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

850 FRONT ST, Cottonport, LA 71327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary's Assumption School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palmetto Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Palmetto), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Prairie Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Poland Junior High School (rated 8.7/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cottonport, see our Cottonport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Cottonport Elementary Cottonport 0.4 mi 4.2
Plaucheville Elementary School Plaucheville 4.4 mi 4.4
Red River Charter Academy Mansura 5.1 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL K-12 Plaucheville 4.5 mi 4.2
LA School for Ag Science Bunkie 5.2 mi 7.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moreauville 5.8 mi 7.1
Avoyelles Public Charter School Mansura 6.4 mi 7.7
Avoyelles High School Moreauville 5.9 mi 5.5
Central Southwest Alternative High School Bunkie 7.5 mi 3.4
Bunkie Magnet High School Bunkie 7.4 mi 7.1
Bunkie Elementary School Bunkie 8.1 mi 6.1
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Bunkie 8.4 mi 6.7
Marksville High School Marksville 9.7 mi 5.2
Marksville Elementary School Marksville 9.8 mi 5.8
Riverside Elementary School Simmesport 14.8 mi 7.3
Lafargue Elementary School Effie 16.9 mi 5.3
North Central High School Lebeau 18.4 mi 5.4
Poland Junior High School Alexandria 18.1 mi 8.7
Palmetto Elementary School Palmetto 20.7 mi 9.1
Grand Prairie Elementary School Washington 21.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$34,690

Median Home Value

$105,900

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

6,100

College Educated

4.3%

Homeownership

70%

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Bayou L'Ourse Primary School Morgan City, LA 5.5
Martin Park Elementary School Alexandria, LA 5.5
Barbe Elementary School Lake Charles, LA 5.4
Bernard Terrace Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA 5.6
Golden Meadow Lower Elementary School Golden Meadow, LA 5.6
Julia B. Maitland School Morgan City, LA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary's Assumption School

What grades does St Mary's Assumption School serve?

St Mary's Assumption School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Mary's Assumption School?

St Mary's Assumption School has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Assumption School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Assumption School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary's Assumption School rank in LA?

St Mary's Assumption School ranks #185 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Mary's Assumption School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary's Assumption School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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's Assumption School a private school?

Yes, St Mary's Assumption 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's Assumption School a religious school?

St Mary's Assumption School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
186
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Avoyelles Parish

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