For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 801 students in Deville, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Deville, LA is Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deville, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Deville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Deville, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
646 Highway 1207
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-5858
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-5858
Gr: 3-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
642 Highway 1207
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-3233
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-3233
Gr: PK-2 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Deville, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Deville, LA include Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Deville?
2 public schools are located in Deville.
What is the racial composition of students in Deville?
Deville public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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