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#83 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 32% of private schools

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School

Elementary School

2590 LA 44, Paulina, LA 70763

Private

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Peter Chanel Interparochial School

6.8/10

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

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6.1/10

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8.3/10

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About St Peter Chanel Interparochial School

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School is a private elementary school in Paulina, LA. St Peter Chanel Interparochial School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Chanel Interparochial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.5 pts above LA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, St Peter Chanel Interparochial School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Peter Chanel Interparochial 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 Peter Chanel Interparochial School compares to the 1 public school in Paulina, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
227
This School
vs
723
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99.6% vs 0%
Black 0.4% vs 0%
St Peter Chanel Interparochial School Paulina Public Avg

All Schools in Paulina

School Rating
St Peter Chanel Interparochial School (this school) 6.8
Paulina Elementary School 6.1

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)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,424
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 1%
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 227
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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 99.6%
Black 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2590 LA 44, Paulina, LA 70763

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter Chanel Interparochial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chackbay Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Thibodaux), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sorrento Primary School (rated 8.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Sorrento), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayou Boeuf Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Thibodaux), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paulina, see our Paulina schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Paulina Elementary School Paulina 0.4 mi 6.1
Lutcher High School Lutcher 1.7 mi 8.3
Gramercy Elementary School Gramercy 2.2 mi 7.4
Sixth Ward Elementary School Vacherie 3.0 mi 5.4
St. James High School Vacherie 4.4 mi 8.4
Garyville/Mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. Garyville 5.4 mi 6.1
Vacherie Elementary School Vacherie 6.4 mi 5.6
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard 8.8 mi 5.3
RIVERSIDE ACADEMY Reserve 9.4 mi 6.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Reserve 9.4 mi 7.9
West St. John High School Edgard 9.6 mi 4.3
Bayou Boeuf Elementary School Thibodaux 11.8 mi 8.4
Sixth Ward Middle School Thibodaux 12.3 mi 8.5
Chackbay Elementary School Thibodaux 12.2 mi 8.8
Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve 11.0 mi 5.1
East St. John High School Reserve 11.4 mi 3.7
East St. John Preparatory Academy Laplace 12.0 mi 5.1
Sorrento Primary School Sorrento 13.7 mi 8.6
ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place 13.1 mi 7.5
LaPlace Elementary School Laplace 13.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,250

Median Home Value

$264,900

Median Rent

$759/mo

Population

4,539

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

94.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Peter Chanel Interparochial School

What grades does St Peter Chanel Interparochial School serve?

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend St Peter Chanel Interparochial School?

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Chanel Interparochial School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Chanel Interparochial School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Peter Chanel Interparochial School rank in LA?

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School ranks #83 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Peter Chanel Interparochial School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Peter Chanel Interparochial School a private school?

Yes, St Peter Chanel Interparochial 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 Peter Chanel Interparochial School a religious school?

St Peter Chanel Interparochial School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
227
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
St. James Parish

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