St. Dominic Catholic School Earns Blue Ribbon Distinction

Lakeview school celebrates national academic excellence recognition.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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St. Dominic Catholic School in Lakeview, Louisiana held a special celebration after being named a National Blue Ribbon School, an honor that recognizes academic excellence. The school was one of only 8 in the state to receive the prestigious designation.

Why it matters

The Blue Ribbon award is a highly coveted honor that highlights schools that are excelling in student achievement and academic performance. It serves as a point of pride for the school community and can help attract new families to the area.

The details

To celebrate the Blue Ribbon recognition, St. Dominic Catholic School held a special program featuring performances by the school's choir, dance, and cheer teams. The Blue Ribbon status is awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to schools that demonstrate high levels of student achievement or significant progress in closing achievement gaps.

  • St. Dominic Catholic School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2026.

The players

St. Dominic Catholic School

A private Catholic school located in the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Mulberry Elementary

A public elementary school in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana that was also nominated for Blue Ribbon status.

Haynes Academy

A public magnet school in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that was also nominated for Blue Ribbon status.

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The takeaway

The Blue Ribbon designation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students, teachers, and staff at St. Dominic Catholic School. This recognition helps solidify the school's reputation for academic excellence and will likely attract more families to the Lakeview community.