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St. Anthony School

116 S Knoll Ave Bunkie, LA 71322

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
We accept all different disabilities
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Pants with Red Polo with Logo

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on Church parish and multi-child discount. Please see website.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10
Admissions Director
Aimee Hayes
Admissions Associate
Christine Newton

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
4-H ClubBeta Honors Society
Girls on the Run


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Supporters of Flag Football and Soccer

School Notes

  • St. Anthony of Padua School is a community of service-oriented Christians united for a value-centered education in the Catholic tradition.
  • Our uniqueness stems from Catholic beliefs that result in discipline through guidance, openness to one another, and quality education. We strive to provide an environment and a religious education program that are conductive to the growth of the child.
  • St. Anthony of Padua School, in partnership with family, church and community, is committed to educating students of all faiths in Catholic values and traditions, helping each one to become the best version of themselves, as God intended, using the guiding principles of our Catholic faith and high-quality academics as the core framework for this commitment, ensuring that each student is nourished body, mind and soul and firmly rooted and formed in deep spirituality, good character, self-confidence and strong intellect.In order to fulfill our vision, the school aims to:provide a caring, friendly, and disciplined atmosphere where the children are happy and attain the highest academic levels possible.impart Christian values and maintain a Christian atmosphere, throughout all our school activities.develop in the children a sense of self-confidence, self-respect and self-discipline to help them to recognize the needs of others and to be able to work with others in a spirit of cooperation.help children develop an enquiring mind and the ability to make reasoned judgements and choices.continue to attract, retain and provide professional development for our teachers and administrators to further the vision of St. Anthony School.provide for the short and long term financial stability of our school, while continuing to provide families with an affordable Catholic education.continue to upgrade our facilities to enable us to meet the demands of the mission of our school.work closely with parents, community members, and all others involved with the school in order to achieve these aims.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Anthony School often compared to?
St. Anthony School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Anthony School offer?
St. Anthony School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering and Football.
When is the application deadline for St. Anthony School?
The application deadline for St. Anthony School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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We love being a Bulldog. The teachers and administration really care and it shows. The education is phenomenal. We love the new Montessori program. Our little girl is reading and is PreK!!!! Thank you to everyone who obviously works so hard to make this school feel like family!
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