For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,394 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 43% 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 77% 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 | 1,362 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 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 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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