Very Good
#28 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 11% of private schools
St Michael Special School
School
1522 CHIPPEWA ST, New Orleans, LA 70130
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#28 of 253
In New Orleans
#9 of 35
public schools
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About St Michael Special School
St Michael Special School is a private school in New Orleans, LA. St Michael Special School serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael Special School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, St Michael Special 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, St Michael Special School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michael Special 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 Michael Special School compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA
Student Demographics
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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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1522 CHIPPEWA ST, New Orleans, LA 70130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michael Special School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Gretna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Gretna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LOUISE S MCGEHEE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| International School of Louisiana New Orleans | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| THE CHARTWELL CENTER New Orleans | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL New Orleans | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ReNEW Laurel Elementary New Orleans | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RAPHAEL ACADEMY New Orleans | 0.8 mi | — |
| The NET Charter High School New Orleans | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| LOUISE S MCGEHEE SCHOOL New Orleans | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| International High School of New Orleans New Orleans | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School Gretna | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Gretna | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Opportunities Academy New Orleans | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruppel Academie Francaise Gretna | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| JCFA Harvey | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP Central City New Orleans | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Young Audiences Charter High School Gretna | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| William Hart Elementary School Gretna | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci New Orleans | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Walter L. Cohen High School New Orleans | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,758
Median Home Value
$529,300
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
12,883
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell, LA | 7.8 |
| MT OLIVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Athens, LA | 7.8 |
| Phoenix High School Braithwaite, LA | 7.7 |
| RIDGEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 8.3 |
| South Cameron High School Grand Chenier, LA | 8.3 |
| Grand Isle High School Grand Isle, LA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michael Special School
What grades does St Michael Special School serve?
St Michael Special School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend St Michael Special School?
St Michael Special School has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael Special School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michael Special School is 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 Michael Special School rank in LA?
St Michael Special School ranks #28 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Michael Special School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michael Special School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michael Special School a private school?
Yes, St Michael Special 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 Michael Special School a religious school?
St Michael Special School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 154
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Phone
- (504) 524-7285
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