Our Lady Of Divine Providence mission is to provide a Christian family environment, promote excellence in education, and develop each child to his/her fullest potential.
Students develop Catholic morals and values through examples of responsibility, discipline, and decision-making in a positive and caring atmosphere.
Students learn to live their faith through a growing awareness of personal responsibility, civic duty, and social justice.
A loving, caring and safe environment enhances student learning. A caring, sensitive and willing faculty and staff seek to educate each child spiritually, cognitively, socially, and physically.
Students develop critical thinking skills, successful work habits and positive attitudes through a well-balanced and challenging curriculum.
Students' educational experiences inspire them to reach their full potential, exhibited by production of quality work and application of learning.
School, teachers and parish administrators, parents, students and the community support and share responsibility for advancing the school's mission.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Therese Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
504 accimidations for Dyslexia and ADHD
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
170 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is a discount rate for active parishioners. An additional $100 for pre-k and $200 for pre-k-3. A multiple child discount is available
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Our Lady Of Divine Providence mission is to provide a Christian family environment, promote excellence in education, and develop each child to his/her fullest potential.
- Students develop Catholic morals and values through examples of responsibility, discipline, and decision-making in a positive and caring atmosphere.
- Students learn to live their faith through a growing awareness of personal responsibility, civic duty, and social justice.
- A loving, caring and safe environment enhances student learning.
- A caring, sensitive and willing faculty and staff seek to educate each child spiritually, cognitively, socially, and physically.
- Students develop critical thinking skills, successful work habits and positive attitudes through a well-balanced and challenging curriculum. Students' educational experiences inspire them to reach their full potential, exhibited by production of quality work and application of learning.
- School, teachers and parish administrators, parents, students and the community support and share responsibility for advancing the school's mission.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Therese Academy cost?
St. Therese Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Therese Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Therese Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does St. Therese Academy offer?
St. Therese Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Therese Academy?
The application deadline for St. Therese Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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