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#163 of 253 private schools in LA
St Marys Dominican High School
High School
7701 WALMSLEY AVE, New Orleans, LA 70125
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#163 of 253
In New Orleans
#27 of 35
public schools
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St Marys Dominican High School
High School in New Orleans · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys Dominican High School
St Marys Dominican High School is a private high school in New Orleans, LA. St Marys Dominican High School serves approximately 891 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Dominican High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
St Marys Dominican High 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 Marys Dominican High School compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys Dominican High School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Lafayette Academy Charter School | 6.5 |
| Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle-Orleans | 4.7 |
| Wilson Charter School | 4.5 |
| Eleanor McMain Secondary School | 4.2 |
| Noble Minds | 1.9 |
| Esperanza Charter School | 7.3 |
| The Willow School | 8.0 |
| Morris Jeff Community School | 5.2 |
| Booker T. Washington High School | 4.0 |
| Success @ Thurgood Marshall | 4.3 |
| Warren Easton Charter High School | 5.9 |
| Samuel J. Green Charter School | 3.6 |
| Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary | 7.5 |
| KIPP Central City | 3.4 |
| Audubon Charter School | 5.7 |
| Opportunities Academy | 5.7 |
| New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics HS | 2.9 |
| Walter L. Cohen High School | 3.7 |
| Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence | 2.4 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science | 6.1 |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
7701 WALMSLEY AVE, New Orleans, LA 70125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys Dominican High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Warren Easton Charter High School (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eleanor McMain Secondary School (rated 4.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Booker T. Washington High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,956
Median Home Value
$428,600
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
18,422
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Martinville Senior High School St. Martinville, LA | 5.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 5.7 |
| Cecilia High School Cecilia, LA | 5.7 |
| Frederick A. Douglass High School New Orleans, LA | 5.7 |
| Grant High School Dry Prong, LA | 5.7 |
| McDonogh 35 Senior High School New Orleans, LA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys Dominican High School
What grades does St Marys Dominican High School serve?
St Marys Dominican High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend St Marys Dominican High School?
St Marys Dominican High School has an enrollment of approximately 891 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Dominican High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Dominican High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys Dominican High School rank in LA?
St Marys Dominican High School ranks #163 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Marys Dominican High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys Dominican High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marys Dominican High School a private school?
Yes, St Marys Dominican High School 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 Marys Dominican High School a religious school?
St Marys Dominican High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 891
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Phone
- (504) 865-9401
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