For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,102 students in 70506, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 120 private students). 98% 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 Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70506 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), 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 Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Early College Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
320 Devalcourt Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-8956
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-8956
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Place Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3000 West Congress Street
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7980
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7980
Gr: 9-12 | 1,862 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Acadiana High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
Gr: 9-12 | 1,835 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
S.j. Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Foreman Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West University Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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 Prairie Elementary 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?
98% 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).