For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,818 students in 70518, LA (there are , serving 1,086 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 70518, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70518, LA are Martial Billeaud Elementary School, Broussard Middle School and Katharine Drexel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70518 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70518, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70518, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Martial Billeaud Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 E. Fairfield Dr.
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Broussard Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1325 South Morgan Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7870
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7870
Grades: 6-8
| 603 students
Rank: #33.
Katharine Drexel Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 St. Deporres Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70518, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70518, LA include Martial Billeaud Elementary School, Broussard Middle School and Katharine Drexel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70518?
3 public schools are located in 70518.
What percentage of students in 70518 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 70518 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70518?
70518 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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