For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 362 students in Violet, LA.
The top ranked public school in Violet, LA is W. Smith Jr. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Violet, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Violet have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Violet, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6701 St. Bernard Hwy.
Violet, LA 70092
(504) 302-1000
Violet, LA 70092
(504) 302-1000
Grades: PK-5
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Violet, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Violet, LA include W. Smith Jr. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Violet?
1 public schools are located in Violet.
What is the racial composition of students in Violet?
Violet public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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