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St. Rita School

194 Ravan Ave. New Orleans, LA 70123

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,150
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,150
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1998, 2007

Student Body

Total Students
330 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniforms are required.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financing is available.
% on Financial Aid
7%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Ms. Toni Vezinat
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar ServersArt Club
Book ClubBrownies
Catholic Youth Group (CYO)Chess Club
Creative Writing ClubCub Scouts
Jr. TrottersLittle Flowers
National Elementary Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
Quiz BowlScience Club
Spirit SeekersSRS Cheerleaders
SRS CouncilSRS Scribes
Technology Club


Arts and Music Programs:
DramaGuitar
PercussionPerformance Choir
Piano

School Notes

  • St. Rita School celebrates the Catholic tradition, promotes Gospel values, and calls students to love and serve God and others.
  • The educational program nurtures students to reach their fullest potential and prepares them for the future in a positive, creative, and enriched learning environment.
  • St. Rita School serves students, their families, the community, and the Church by providing opportunities for spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth.
  • Each child, created in God's image, is afforded dignity and taught respect for Catholic values.
  • All members of the school community are encouraged to model these values and integrate them into their daily lives.
  • The academic program incorporates high standards and challenges students to become life-long learners who are capable of critical and independent thought.
  • Students are provided a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, which expands their horizons, teaches them responsibility, and prepares them for a successful future.
  • St. Rita School believes that partnership with parents and other community members is paramount to achieving these educational goals.
  • St. Rita School celebrates the Catholic tradition, promotes Gospel values, and calls students to love and serve God and others. The educational program nurtures students to reach their fullest potential and prepares them for the future in a positive, creative, and enriched learning environment. St. Rita School serves students, their families, the community, and the Church by providing opportunities for spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth. Each child, created in God's image, is afforded dignity and taught respect for Catholic values. All members of the school community are encouraged to model these values and integrate them into their daily lives. The academic program incorporates high standards and challenges students to become life-long learners who are capable of critical and independent thought. Students are provided a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, which expands their horizons, teaches them responsibility, and prepares them for a successful future. St. Rita School believes that partnership with parents and other community members is paramount to achieving these educational goals.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Rita School cost?
St. Rita School's tuition is approximately $4,150 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Rita School?
The acceptance rate of St. Rita School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Rita School offer?
St. Rita School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Rita School?
The application deadline for St. Rita School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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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).

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