For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 601 students in Patterson, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Patterson, LA is Hattie A. Watts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Patterson, LA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Patterson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Patterson, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1307 Third Street
Patterson, LA 70392
(985) 395-5976
Patterson, LA 70392
(985) 395-5976
Gr: PK-4 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Patterson, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Patterson, LA include Hattie A. Watts Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Patterson?
1 public preschools are located in Patterson.
What is the racial composition of students in Patterson?
Patterson public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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