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Central Catholic School

  • LocationMorgan City, LA
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades PK–12 · 413 students
  • SponsorFounded by the Marianite Sisters of the Holy Cross (1893); Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux school
Official website

Central Catholic is a Catholic school in Morgan City, Louisiana, serving Pre-K3 through grade 12 on one campus. Students in grades 6 to 12 attend Mass every Tuesday at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church, students serve as readers, servers and ushers at school Masses, and the school names a priest chaplain and a campus minister. Grades 9 to 12 must complete 10 service hours each year.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 1

  • Tuesday9:10 AMHoly Cross Church · Grades 6 to 12, weekly during the school year, led by a different grade or team each week.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 13, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.”
    Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated weekly on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Central Catholic School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.5 mi1 mi2 miHoly Cross Catholic Church: 0.1 mi1Saint Stephen Catholic Church: 1.5 mi2Central Catholic campus ministry (school Masses at Holy Cross Church): 0.1 miCentral Catholic School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Holy Cross Catholic Church — 0.1 mi · 2100 Cedar Street, Morgan City
  2. Saint Stephen Catholic Church — 1.5 mi · 3217 Second Street, Berwick

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

BSacramental life: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

82 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (Mass for grades 6 to 12 each Tuesday at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church, a whole-grade Mass.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.”
      Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated weekly on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.
      “Central Catholic students attend Mass every week of the school year, with few exceptions.”
      Students attend Mass every week of the school year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearSeasonally (Advent, Lent) or a few times a year (Confession is listed among spiritual activities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “there are many spiritual activities that take place throughout the school year. School Blessing at the beginning of each semester Blessing of Football field and Gym courts Adoration and Confession Living Rosary in Lawrence Park (October) Way of the Cross (during Lent) Class retreats Prayer Walks”
      The school lists adoration and confession, class retreats and other spiritual activities during the school year, with no frequency given.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredOccasionally (Adoration is listed among spiritual activities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “there are many spiritual activities that take place throughout the school year. School Blessing at the beginning of each semester Blessing of Football field and Gym courts Adoration and Confession Living Rosary in Lawrence Park (October) Way of the Cross (during Lent) Class retreats Prayer Walks”
      The school lists adoration and confession, class retreats and other spiritual activities during the school year, with no frequency given.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Patrick Riviere Chaplain”
      Fr. Patrick Riviere is listed as the school's chaplain for 2026-2027.
N/ATheology and curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Years of theology or religion requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
N/ACampus culture: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    RetreatsRetreats for some grades (Class retreats are listed without naming the grades.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “there are many spiritual activities that take place throughout the school year. School Blessing at the beginning of each semester Blessing of Football field and Gym courts Adoration and Confession Living Rosary in Lawrence Park (October) Way of the Cross (during Lent) Class retreats Prayer Walks”
      The school lists adoration and confession, class retreats and other spiritual activities during the school year, with no frequency given.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (A chaplain (a priest) and a campus minister are named on the staff page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Patrick Riviere Chaplain”
      Fr. Patrick Riviere is listed as the school's chaplain for 2026-2027.
      “Kristi Wisdom Campus Minister”
      Kristi Wisdom is listed as campus minister.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (Grades 9 to 12 each require a total of 10 service hours, which is 40 hours over four years.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “12 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 11 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 9 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5”
      Grades 9 to 12 must each complete a total of 10 service hours.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Not enough information: not found in official sources.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Students in grades 6 to 12 attend a school Mass every week, which students help lead as readers, servers and ushers.
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.”
      Mass for grades 6 to 12 is celebrated weekly on Tuesdays at 9:10 AM at Holy Cross Church.
      “Central Catholic students attend Mass every week of the school year, with few exceptions.”
      Students attend Mass every week of the school year.
      “Students also perform the roles of alter servers and ushers at school Masses.”
      Students serve as altar servers and ushers at school Masses.
  • A priest, Fr. Patrick Riviere, is named as the school's chaplain.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Patrick Riviere Chaplain”
      Fr. Patrick Riviere is listed as the school's chaplain for 2026-2027.
  • Grades 9 to 12 must complete 10 service hours each year, which is 40 hours over four years.
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “12 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 11 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5 | 9 | 10 | Box of Joy | Day of Service | 5 | 5”
      Grades 9 to 12 must each complete a total of 10 service hours.

Concerns

  • Many Catholic high schools require four years.
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Chris Sanders Theology I, III, IV”
      Theology I, III and IV are taught in the 2026-2027 staff listing.
    2. Academics | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “For more detailed information on Academics, please consult the Central Catholic Grades 6 to 12 Student and Parent Handbook.”
      Grades 6 to 12 academic details, including requirements, are in a student and parent handbook.
  • Retreats are listed without naming which grades take part, and no pro-life or justice club is on the clubs list.
    Sources (2)
    1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “there are many spiritual activities that take place throughout the school year. School Blessing at the beginning of each semester Blessing of Football field and Gym courts Adoration and Confession Living Rosary in Lawrence Park (October) Way of the Cross (during Lent) Class retreats Prayer Walks”
      The school lists adoration and confession, class retreats and other spiritual activities during the school year, with no frequency given.
    2. Clubs | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/students-parents/clubs · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “HIGH SCHOOL CLUBS (Grades 9 to 12) 4-H ARK Club (Acts of Random Kindness) Beta Choir HOPE Squad Key Club Retreat Team Student Council Spirit Clubs Cheerleading Dance Team”
      The school lists these high school clubs and student organizations.

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Campus ministry home

Central Catholic campus ministry (school Masses at Holy Cross Church)

  • Address: 2100 Cedar St, Morgan City, LA 70380
  • Location: On campus

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Source: eaglesccs.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026, eaglesccs.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

13 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 13 location not published

Faith formation 2

  • Adoration and Confession
    Listed among spiritual activities during the school year or location given.
    eaglesccs.org
  • Living Rosary in Lawrence Park
    October
    Listed among spiritual activities.
    eaglesccs.org

Clubs and groups 1

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Mass readers, offertory bearers and altar servers
    Weekly school Mass, Tuesdays 9:10 AM
    Students in each week's grade or team perform the readings, bring up the offertory gifts and read the prayers of the faithful; a student choir sings; students serve as altar servers and ushers.
    eaglesccs.org, eaglesccs.org
  • Way of the Cross
    During Lent
    Listed among spiritual activities.
    eaglesccs.org

Retreats 2

Service 6

  • Service Hours (Apostolic Hours) program
    Grades 6 to 12, each quarter
    Grades 6 to 12 complete service hours as part of Religion/Theology classes; each quarter's service is worth 100 points in that class.
    eaglesccs.org
  • Day of Service
    Grades 6 to 12, during the year (October 11 listed)
    School service day listed in the service hours program.
    eaglesccs.org
  • Box of Joy
    Service project completed in Religion classes, listed in the service hours program.
    eaglesccs.org
  • Feed My Lambs, Operation Lent and Coat Drive
    Coat Drive in January; Operation Lent during Lent
    Service projects listed in the Catholic identity program.
    eaglesccs.org
  • Key Club
    High school club.
    eaglesccs.org
  • ARK Club (Acts of Random Kindness)
    High school club.
    eaglesccs.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Catholic Identity | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Central Catholic students attend Mass every week of the school year, with few exceptions.”
    Students attend Mass every week of the school year.
    “Central Catholic students attend Mass every week of the school year, with few exceptions.”
    Students attend Mass every week of the school year.
  2. Faculty & Staff | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Kristi Wisdom Campus Minister”
    Kristi Wisdom is listed as campus minister.
  3. Contact Us | Central Catholiceaglesccs.org/about-us/contact-us · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “2100 Cedar Street | Morgan City, LA | 70380 | 985-385-5372”
    The school is at 2100 Cedar Street, Morgan City, LA 70380, with main line 985-385-5372.

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Academic Excellence

FAcademic Excellence: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
18 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.50%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.11.2 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseDiocese of Houma-Thibodaux, LA
GradesPK–12
Students (all grades)413
Students in grades 9–12132
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio11.2 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges50%
SettingTown

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux

The Most Reverend Simon Peter Engurait, Bishop of Houma-Thibodaux

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Central Catholic School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Central Catholic School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. Its sponsor is Founded by the Marianite Sisters of the Holy Cross (1893); Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux school.
Where is Mass celebrated at Central Catholic School?
Mass is listed at Holy Cross Church. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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