St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School (2026-27 Profile)

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 130 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 8-12

Students By Grade

View Data

Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School
9	82
10	26
11	7
12	15

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Download Full School Data: Full School Dataset XML | Full School Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Year Founded

2013

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

130 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

SKDP Official Uniform

Number of AP Courses

1 course

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,000

View national tuition avg.

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryDance

Drill TeamSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Colors

Black, White, Yellow

School Mascot

Ellen The Jacket

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

25 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubChannel-One

Cheer SquadDance Team

Drexel AmbassadorsDrone Club

FBLAFlag Team

Key ClubLEAP

Marching UnitNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyReligion Community Service Club

Robotics ClubSpanish Club

Speech and DebateSTEM

Student CouncilTechnology Club

Unity Society

Show More (5)Hide

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Jazz & Concert BandSKDP Chorus

School Notes

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School is a Catholic, private college preparatory school providing a quality education to female students in grades 8th - 12th.
Drexel Prep provides students with individualized attention in a well-disciplined environment while promoting academic excellence.
The school is located at 5116 Magazine Street, formerly the site of Xavier University Preparatory School.

ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL
St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory located at 5116 Magazine Street located in uptown New Orleans, is a college preparatory school offering a quality Catholic education to female students in grades 8th-12th.

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School, formerly known as Xavier University Preparatory School."The Prep" as the school is affectionately known was established in 1915 and previously under the auspices of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament for 98 years. Drexel Prep has since been adopted by a non-profit formed with a group of Xavier Prep Alumni.
Drexel Prep offers core curriculum courses, honors, and advanced placement courses. The school has fully integrated technology into its instructional program. Drexel Prep has an active extracurricular program. The Arts Department offers a variety of programs such asart, band, chorus, theatre, and dance classes.
Drexel Prep provides students participate in dual enrollment at Xavier University, Dillard University and Delgado. Eligible seniors can earn up to 12 hours of college credit by the end of their senior year. The faculty, staff and students participate in regular liturgies, retreats, community service events and activities.
St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School is proud of its legacy which began with the mission and service of our foundress, St. Katharine Drexel, the first American-born Roman Catholic canonized as a saint.
The Board of Directors, Administration, Alumni Faculty, and Staff are dedicated to upholding the rich history and the "Tradition of Excellence" to ensure the "Drexel Dream continues--

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School cost?

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.

What sports does St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School offer?

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

When is the application deadline for St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School?

The application deadline for St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School located?

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School is located in the West Riverside neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.

School Reviews

5 1/20/2023

St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory is a great school where your daughter will be nurtured and her education is tailored based on what she needs to achieve her goals. One of our seniors was just recently awarded a Posse Scholarship and has a full-tuition scholarship to the University of Notre Dame. In addition, she is receiving pre-collegiate support and collegiate support to help her navigate college. SKDP helps you define who you are and helps you become the best you. I am a graduate and I teach four computer science courses at SKDP in conjunction with Microsoft Teals and Carnegie Mellon University. Two of the courses are Advanced Placement.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Marcia Gaspard

Endorse St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

September 08, 2026

When Your Child Outpaces the 草榴社区 School Curriculum

Learn what parents can do when a child finishes private school coursework early, including acceleration, curriculum compacting, advanced classes, enrichment, and signs the school needs a new plan.

September 08, 2026

How Much Teacher Access Does Your Child Get?

Learn how to evaluate teacher access at private schools, including extra-help time, advising, communication, academic support, and the questions families should ask before choosing a school today.

September 08, 2026

When a 草榴社区 School Teacher Leaves Midyear

When a private school teacher leaves midyear, parents need clear answers. Learn what schools should do, what children may experience, and when a departure signals deeper concerns.

Request Info

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $12,959 for elementary schools and $13,940 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).