For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,290 students in 70520, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 234 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 70520, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70520, LA are Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School and Carencro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70520 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70520, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70520, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Tee Ma Road
Carencro, LA 70520
(337) 521-7640
Carencro, LA 70520
(337) 521-7640
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Carencro Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4301 North University
Carencro, LA 70520
(337) 521-7880
Carencro, LA 70520
(337) 521-7880
Gr: 5-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70520, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70520, LA include Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School and Carencro Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70520?
2 public schools are located in 70520.
What percentage of students in 70520 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 70520 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70520?
70520 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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