For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,624 students in 70508, LA (there are , serving 2,855 private students). 36% of all K-12 students in 70508, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70508, LA are O. Comeaux High School and Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70508 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70508, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70508, LA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
O. Comeaux High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 West Bluebird Drive
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 521-7970
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 521-7970
Gr: 9-12 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 Kaliste Saloom Road
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 521-7780
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 521-7780
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70508, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70508, LA include O. Comeaux High School and Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70508?
2 public schools are located in 70508.
What percentage of students in 70508 go to public school?
36% of all K-12 students in 70508 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70508?
70508 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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