Research St. Josephs Academy Private Schools in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

“One word awesome! I love this school the teachers are amazing and the students feel like sisters.When applying understand they want people who will excell. 'people' complain 'it's to much work' understand it is a college prep. school. I recommend it to everyone who wants to suceed in life.”

“I am currently a student at St. Joseph's Academy and love it. Even though it does get difficult at times, it is expected of a school like this. When applying for SJA, one needs to take into consideration that this is a school that prepares you for college. The teachers expect the students to put forth their best effort in everything they do. This is only because they want the girls to become more responsible individuals, while preparing them for the real world. The teachers and administration are very helpful and give devoted one on one attention to someone who is struggling. The campus at SJA is beautiful and to learn in a Catholic environment that has been around for quite some time is truly unique.”

“St.Joseph's Academy was a dissappointment for my family. When we decided to send my oldest daughter, we had heard nothing but great comments about the school. Unfortunately, during the time my older daughter was finishing up high school and my younger daughter was entering high school, there was a change in the administration. Since that time, community approval of the school has declined and I could definately see a difference in the education that my 2 daughters received. this is unfortunate for a school to suddenly decline that has such a long and prestigious history.”

“My daughter attended St. Joseph's, and absolutely loved it. She transferred from Episcopal after her freshman year, and said it was the best thing she has ever done. She is now a sophmore at Boston College and says it's a breeze. I highly reccomend this to any parent or student.”

“I am a student at SJA and I was reading these reviews and could not help but notice that everyone keeps saying SJA puts a lot of stress on the student. This school is a college prep that is supposed to get you ready for college and your adult life. Yes the computers pose as a great distraction but you learn self discipline. People do complain about the stress but they also come back and thank the teachers because college is a breeze for them. I also play volleyball there and I must say our athletic programs are outstanding. This is a great school and I wish that all girls had a chance to go here.”

“Im not a parent however, I am currently attending St.Joseph's Academy as an eleventh grader. I have attended SJA since freshman year. My experience has been tough. Like many said, this school is not for everyone. There are many things it lacks. The school seems to be worried more about their 'reputation' than whats really important, their students. There is an unbelievable amount of stress put on us as students everyday. This has caused many problems for myself. My older sister also attended school but had a total different view of it, she very much enjoyed SJA. The all girls tends to be a problem also. Sure its great we can roll out of bed and go right to school The computers are great, only because we can easily be distracted by emailing,shopping,and chatting. I would take these things into concideration.”

“I'm not a parent; I am currently attending St. Joseph's Academy, and I feel like I need to comment. It's true that some girls have trouble working on their laptops because they're tempted to play games/email/IM/etc., so any girl with self-control problems definitely shouldn't come here. However, those who can get their work done and use their computers properly can really enjoy the experience. The classes are challenging, the teachers, for the most part, are fantastic, the campus is gorgeous (we were designated a landmark this year), and the all-girls atmosphere is very relaxed. Like they all say, though, it's not for everyone.”

“Our experience with St. Joseph's Academy was not so great. The school is one consisting of high stress and little appreciation for the girls. I found that this school was more directed toward their reputation and status in the social eye. The school believes they are the best beyond any other, but I find that the administration is inconsiderate and uncaring toward the students. Far too stressful, far too inconsiderate.”

“St. Joseph's Academy is a great school for a girl who excels academically, especially in math and science. Despite the recent change in administration, SJA is not for everyone. The constant access to the computer poses a problem, and many of the girls are extremely stressed. We wish we had listened more closely to the many current and former students who warned us, 'It's not for everyone.' It isn't. Be sure to inquire about how many girls transfer at the end of the first semester (and even later). The more interesting statistic would be how many girls are desperate to transfer to a different school.”

“My experience as a parent with SJA is not so great. If your child is motivated and self-disciplined, then this school will probably work out well for you. For my daughter, the computer has been a real source of frustration, having never been able to come up with an appropriate method of managing the misuse of it by our daughter. The school has not been able to come up with a helpful plan either. If you have a daughter is very 'social', you probably do not want to send her to his school.”

“My daughter attended SJA and is currently doing very well in the college curriculum. She is extremely proud of the school and its' christian standards. The young women learn self esteen & how to make good life choices. Computers are standard tools from freshman year onward. Blue Ribbon School of Excellence with high community involvement. Extremely high graduation rate and placement to college.”

“I am a current student at SJA and have loved my experience thus far. This school has everything I could have ever wanted in my high school! I am very excited about the remaining years of my high school career at St. Joseph's Academy.”

“SJA has given both of my daughters a more than adequate training for college. My only disappointment was that I did not feel that they were taught to write well enough for college in their English classes. I know that the English Professors would work with the SJA English Department to better prepare the students for college classes. Grammar was another area lacking in high school. Due to the educational background both of my daughters received at SJA, they have done very well in college. Thanks, SJA, for all that you have given us!”