Below Average
#227 of 253 private schools in LA
St Philip Neri School
Elementary School
6600 KAWANEE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#227 of 253
In Metairie
#18 of 20
public schools
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St Philip Neri School
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About St Philip Neri School
St Philip Neri School is a private elementary school in Metairie, LA. St Philip Neri School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philip Neri School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Philip Neri 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.
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Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Philip Neri School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Bissonet Plaza School | 5.8 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| John Q. Adams Middle School | 6.3 |
| Green Park Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Phoebe Hearst School | 4.1 |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.1 |
| Rudolph Matas School | 6.8 |
| T.H. Harris Middle School | 5.2 |
| Ralph J Bunche Elementary | 4.5 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School | 6.2 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies | 8.1 |
| Joseph C Moscona School | 4.1 |
| J.C. Ellis School | 8.1 |
| Marie B. Riviere Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.5 |
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
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
6600 KAWANEE AVE, Metairie, LA 70003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Philip Neri School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SLATER TORAH ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice Birney Elementary School Metairie, LA | 4.7 |
| Crowville School Crowville, LA | 4.7 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 4.7 |
| J. L. Jones Elementary School Minden, LA | 4.7 |
| Many Elementary School Many, LA | 4.7 |
| Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe, LA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Philip Neri School
What grades does St Philip Neri School serve?
St Philip Neri School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Philip Neri School?
St Philip Neri School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philip Neri School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philip Neri School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philip Neri School rank in LA?
St Philip Neri School ranks #227 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Philip Neri School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philip Neri School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Philip Neri School a private school?
Yes, St Philip Neri 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 Philip Neri School a religious school?
St Philip Neri School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 887-5600
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