For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,758 students in 70501, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70501, LA are David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy, Paul Breaux Middle School and Willow Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70501 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70501, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70501, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
805 Teurlings Drive
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5962
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5962
Gr: 6-12 | 1,366 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Paul Breaux Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 South Orange Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7860
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7860
Gr: 5-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Willow Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1818 Northeast Evangeline Thro
Lafayette, LA 70501
(616) 954-6377
Lafayette, LA 70501
(616) 954-6377
Gr: K-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Alice N. Boucher Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Patterson Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7610
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7610
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Mudd Ave.
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7500
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7500
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
J.w. Faulk Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
711 East Willow Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7680
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7680
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
70501, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Instructional Model Academy (Aim) (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
516 East Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7580
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7580
Gr: 4-12
C.a.p.s Continuing Academic Program School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
516 East Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 235-6721
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 235-6721
Gr: K-12
Juvenile Day Reporting Center (Jrdc) (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
100 Poydras
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 232-3844
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 232-3844
Gr: 5-11
Lafayette Charter High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
516 East Pinhook St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7585
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7585
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
805 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7920
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7920
Gr: 4-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
326 Gauthier Road
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2140
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2140
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70501, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70501, LA include David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy, Paul Breaux Middle School and Willow Charter Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70501?
6 public elementary schools are located in 70501.
What is the racial composition of students in 70501?
70501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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