Saint Katharine Drexel Prep

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Saint Katharine Drexel Prep St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School in New Orleans, Louisiana is an Archdiocesan sponsored Catho Katharine Drexel Preparatory School.

Katharine Drexel Preparatory School in New Orleans, Louisiana is an Archdiocesan sponsored Catholic school dedicated to offering opportunities and experiences to prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s challenges. Founded in 2013 by a group of alumni dedicated to “continuing the Drexel Dream, ” Drexel Prep is located at 5116 Magazine Street, formerly the site of Xavier University Preparatory School. With an emphasis on academic excellence, Drexel Prep provides an advantageous environment for both education and self-development by exposing students to analytic and creative thinking while developing self-esteem, spirituality, leadership, and respect for others. In 1915, Katharine Drexel, born Catherine Marie Drexel, realized her dream of developing a school in New Orleans, Louisiana for the education of African Americans and Native Americans. Canonized on October 1, 2000, Saint Katharine Drexel and her legacy of love, courage, selfless service and belief in quality education for all is the foundation of St. Today, Saint Katharine’s dream continues in our students, faculty, and alumni. We look forward to you being a part of the St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School family where our students are “Prepped for Life” as we “Continue the Drexel Dream".

Thanks to the XUP Alumni Classes ‘82& ‘73 for their kind donation in the amount of over $4600. Your support means so m...
10/20/2026

Thanks to the XUP Alumni Classes ‘82& ‘73 for their kind donation in the amount of over $4600. Your support means so much to us. It allows us to Continue the Legacy of XUP and St. Katharine Drexel 💛🤍🐝

On behalf of the young ladies of St. Katharine Drexel Prep School, we are grateful and thankful to receive a total of $4...
10/19/2026

On behalf of the young ladies of St. Katharine Drexel Prep School, we are grateful and thankful to receive a total of $4474.00 from the XUP Class of 1974. These funds will be distributed to assist students toward tuition assistance.
Thank You ladies for assisting and Continuing the Legacy of St. Katharine Drexel! 💛🤍🐝

We are truly appreciative for the opportunity to participate in the Youth Symposium with the Urban League of Louisiana!
10/15/2026

We are truly appreciative for the opportunity to participate in the Youth Symposium with the Urban League of Louisiana!

Preppers visited Yogartland and enjoyed an afternoon after testing 💛🤍🐝
10/15/2026

Preppers visited Yogartland and enjoyed an afternoon after testing 💛🤍🐝

Please support Drexel Prep’s Annual Popcorn Fundraiser!
10/14/2026

Please support Drexel Prep’s Annual Popcorn Fundraiser!

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

Celebrating National Principals Month at the Hive 💛🤍🐝The Yellowjackets proudly celebrates Ms. Latasha Skidmore our pheno...
10/12/2026

Celebrating National Principals Month at the Hive 💛🤍🐝

The Yellowjackets proudly celebrates Ms. Latasha Skidmore our phenomenal leader.

Your visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and genuine commitment to the Drexel Prep School community has made a lasting impact on our scholars, staff, and families.

Thank you for leading with purpose, loving from your heart, and making continuous contributions to continue the Legacy! Forever the Prep 💛🤍🐝

Join us on November 5 and discover Drexel Prep. A school that is fuled by Faith, deeply rooted in the community. A schoo...
10/10/2026

Join us on November 5 and discover Drexel Prep. A school that is fuled by Faith, deeply rooted in the community. A school whose scholars march towards excellence & sisterhood is @ Our Core!

You will have an opportunity to
tour our campus, meet our students, and experience the spirit of Prep for yourself.

Open House
🗓️Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕠5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Register today, Your future starts here. https:// http://drexelprep.com/open-house

Spirit Court Campaigning at the Hive 💛🤍🐝
10/10/2026

Spirit Court Campaigning at the Hive 💛🤍🐝

It’s Battle of the Sisters! Come out tomorrow to see Prep vs St. Mary’s at the Hive 💛🤍🐝🏐
10/09/2026

It’s Battle of the Sisters! Come out tomorrow to see Prep vs St. Mary’s at the Hive 💛🤍🐝🏐

Prep T-Shirts available Sizes (L-2X) $25
10/08/2026

Prep T-Shirts available Sizes (L-2X) $25

Address

5116 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA
70115

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

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