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Best Gonzales Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,791 students in Gonzales, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gonzales, LA are Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gonzales, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gonzales have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Gonzales, LA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Primary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
41469 La Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Duplessis Primary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
38101 Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6650
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Central Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14101 Roddy Road
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Pecan Grove Primary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1712 South Pecan Grove Avenue
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
G. W. Carver Primary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11310 Legacy Oaks Lane
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Gonzales Primary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
521 North Burnside Avenue
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Gonzales Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1502 West Orice Roth Street
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gonzales, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gonzales, LA include Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gonzales?
7 public elementary schools are located in Gonzales.
What is the racial composition of students in Gonzales?
Gonzales public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Gonzales are often viewed compared to one another?

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