Louisiana is the #27 largest school system in the United States, serving 708,663 students across the 1,331 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 408 private schools, serving 123,632 students). 85% of all K-12 students in Louisiana attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Louisiana is 32%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 43%.
The top-ranked public schools in Louisiana are Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies, and Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 59%, with the majority being Black and the student:teacher ratio is 14:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Louisiana (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-12
701 Churchill Pkwy
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 838-2249
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 838-2249
Rank: #22.
Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 97% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-12
4301 Grace King Place
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 837-8300
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 837-8300
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
201 Metairie Road
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
2711 Common Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4680
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4680
Rank: #55.
Benjamin Franklin High School
Charter School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
2001 Leon C Simon Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
6201 Camphor Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 91% (Top 1%)
Reading: 97% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
7635 Cornelious Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 868-6588
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 868-6588
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
701 Amelia Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Rank: #99.
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 93% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
831 Erie Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 865-5119
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 865-5119
Rank: #1010.
Caddo Parish Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 87% (Top 5%)
Reading: 95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
1601 Viking Drive
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-2501
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-2501
Overview
This State (LA)
# Schools
1,331 Schools
# Students
708,663 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
48,945 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (LA)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
Graduation Rate
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.65
# American Indian Students
3,986 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
# Asian Students
11,376 Students
% Asian Students
2%
# Hispanic Students
80,316 Students
% Hispanic Students
11%
# Black Students
293,239 Students
% Black Students
41%
# White Students
290,584 Students
% White Students
41%
# Hawaiian Students
597 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
26,320 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (LA)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$10,755 MM
Spending (22-23)
$10,286 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$15,176
Spending / Student (22-23)
$14,514
Best Louisiana Public Schools by County (2025)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Louisiana?
The top-ranked public schools in Louisiana include Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies, and Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies.
How many public schools are located in Louisiana?
1,331 public schools are located in Louisiana.
What percentage of students in Louisiana go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Louisiana attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Louisiana?
Minority enrollment in Louisiana is 59%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Louisiana are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Louisiana include: Larose-cut Off Middle School vs. Sixth Ward Middle School, Hahnville High School vs. Destrehan High School, L.w. Higgins High School vs. John Ehret High School
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