St. Joseph's Academy
About
St. Joseph’s Academy is a Catholic, all-girls, college-preparatory high school, the oldest high school in Baton Rouge. For more than 150 years, SJA has stood as a pillar of excellence in the Baton Rouge community. The Academy has been named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence four times by the U.S. Department of Education. Founded in 1868 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, this premier high school for young women is a place where relationships are strengthened and young girls become women of faith, hope and love. Academy students grow in Catholic faith traditions through a comprehensive religious education program, liturgical rituals and service opportunities; become life-long learners through interaction with master teachers and mentors; and enjoy peer relationships and learn leadership skills in a variety of student clubs and through participation in a championship athletic program. Come experience all that makes SJA truly exceptional.
Additional Information
Extended-Day Yes
Financial Asst. & Scholarships Yes
Family Discount No
Cafeteria B/L B/L
Transportation Service No
Accreditation AdvancED, BESE, SACS
Religious Affiliation Catholic
Year Established 1868
Principal/Headmaster Stacia B. Andricain
Registration Fee $575
Book/Supply Fee N/A
Tuition Range $11,455
Grades Taught 9-12
Total Enrollment 1,102
We want you to experience all that makes SJA a place for every girl to grow during her high school years. Learn more at visitsja.org!
Contact
3015 Broussard St.
Mid City, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
70808
Features
- Oldest high school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph
- All-girl school
Reviews

Baton Rouge, LA
BEST in STATE/Top-Rated in Nation
Superior education; excellence in all areas. Amazing STEM program, Innovation & Design Lab, course offerings are mind-boggling, 4 time National Blue Ribbon School (only one of 9 in the country); sports teams are consistent district and state winners.
July 2019
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Denham Springs
Best College Prep High School in Baton Rouge
The Total Package
June 2019
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Baton Rouge, LA
Excellence All the Way
Over the years I have come to know students, alumni, and a couple of teachers from this prestigious campus. The young ladies not only perform academically but are leaders. The students I met would assist with my students with disabilities, yet treat them with dignity and respect. If a girl attends or is a graduate of St. Joseph's, she is very special and destined to succeed in all aspects of her life.
August 2016
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