For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,102 students in 70506, LA (there are , serving 205 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 70506, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70506, LA are Early College Academy, Myrtle Place Elementary School and Lafayette High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 70506 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70506, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70506, LA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Early College Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
320 Devalcourt Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-8956
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-8956
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Place Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 Myrtle Place Boulevard
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7760
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7760
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3000 West Congress Street
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7980
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7980
Grades: 9-12
| 1,862 students
Rank: #44.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Grades: PK-5
| 674 students
Rank: #55.
Jcfa Lafayette
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Ambassador Caffery Parkwa
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 703-4448
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 703-4448
Grades: 9-12
| 82 students
Rank: #66.
Acadiana High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
Grades: 9-12
| 1,835 students
Rank: #77.
S.j. Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Foreman Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Grades: PK-5
| 643 students
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West University Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Grades: 6-8
| 372 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70506, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70506, LA include Early College Academy, Myrtle Place Elementary School and Lafayette High School.
How many public schools are located in 70506?
8 public schools are located in 70506.
What percentage of students in 70506 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 70506 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70506?
70506 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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