For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 205 students in Port Sulphur, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Port Sulphur, LA is South Plaquemines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Port Sulphur, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Port Sulphur have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Port Sulphur, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Plaquemines Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
218 School Rd
Port Sulphur, LA 70083
(504) 595-6415
Port Sulphur, LA 70083
(504) 595-6415
Gr: PK-6 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Port Sulphur, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Port Sulphur, LA include South Plaquemines Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Port Sulphur?
1 public schools are located in Port Sulphur.
What is the racial composition of students in Port Sulphur?
Port Sulphur public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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