Saint Katharine Drexel Preparatory School has a long legacy. Found in the Uptown New Orleans neighborhood of West Riverside, the college preparatory school was established in 1915 by the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. Originally named Xavier University Preparatory School, the institution was taken over by six alumni in 2013 when Xavier Prep was set to close. The alumni began administering the campus and changed the name to honor St. Katharine Drexel, a nun who worked in New Orleans educating minority children.
The school enrolls 270 students and serves girls from seventh grade through 12. Classes are kept small, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 14–1, ensuring each pupil is given one-on-one time with their teachers. The school is a private Catholic institution, and tuition is dependent on grade level, although the highest fee is $8,850 for seniors. St. Katharine’s is successful in its mission to prepare students for college as 98% of graduating seniors go on to a four-year university.
For athletically inclined students, the school offers volleyball, softball, basketball, and track and field. It also encourages its students to take part in co-curricular activities and clubs. There are nearly 20 to choose from, including band, robotics, theater, modern dance and student council.
Saint Katharine Drexel Preparatory School
Private Middle, High School
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Grade 7-12
5116 Magazine St,
New Orleans, LA
268
Students
B-
School Details
Head of School
Cheryllyn Branche
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
19
Average GPA
3.33
Annual Tuition
$8,850
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
B+
C
C-
C
C+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.33
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
15
Part Time Teachers
8
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
530
Verbal
540
Average ACT
19
Math
17
English
20
Reading
20
Science
19
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
98%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
28%
State Average
10%
Math
1%
State Average
31%
Science
7%
State Average
6%
Student Diversity
Black
99.3%
Hispanic
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Louisiana State University
98 Students
Southern University & A&M College
73 Students
Xavier University of Louisiana
72 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
71 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University
58 Students
Nicholls State University
58 Students
Grambling State University
58 Students
Dillard University
58 Students
Loyola University New Orleans
54 Students
University of Southern Mississippi
47 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
36 Students
Psychology
28 Students
Business
22 Students
Biology
22 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
14 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
11 Students
Chemistry
8 Students
Sport and Fitness Management
8 Students
Veterinary Sciences
7 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/23/2025
There are both pros and cons. You will have good and bad days here. Teachers and education could improve. Many students are struggling.
1/29/2025
The dorm I live in is really comfortable for me as a student coming from Chicago to New Orleans on my own. The dorms are really safe and supervised 24/7. I am within 10 minutes of grocery stores as well as fast food places if I don't want to go to the caf. The caf food is great and the staff are great. we also have flexbucks so I can have Starbucks all the time without bothering my parents! The teachers communicate very well, this includes counselors and the campus departments.
11/25/2024
The best part of my experience in high school was playing basketball . My worst part of my experience was not having as many teachers .
GreatSchools Reviews
4/18/2013
Xavier Prep has a wonderful climate that fosters leadership and sisterhood. Students leave from Prep with a sense of confidence in their abilities to excel in whatever areas they choose to pursue.
12/7/2012
How dare anyone say that there are public schools better. As a Xavier University Preparatory High School graduate I can assure you, I was prepared from stem to stern for everything I was to experience in Washington, DC when I was graduated from THE PREP. If you prefer to send your child to a public...
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List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$704,880
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
51%
Household Income
$132,147
% of College Grads
65.6%
Median Age
44
Average House Size
2,011 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
48.7%
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Saint Katharine Drexel Preparatory School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 7-12 located at 5116 Magazine St in New Orleans, LA. Annual tuition is $8,850. The school has a total enrollment of 268 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Saint Katharine Drexel Preparatory School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B-. The average GPA is 3.33. Average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $704,880. Discover additional schools in the area, like De La Salle High School, Isidore Newman School, Academy Of The Sacred Heart, and more. Learn more about what New Orleans has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Saint Katharine Drexel Preparatory School.