For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,826 students in 70517, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 90 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 70517, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70517, LA are Breaux Bridge Primary School, Breaux Bridge High School and Breaux Bridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70517 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70517, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70517, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Breaux Bridge Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1020 East Bridge Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 909-3840
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 909-3840
Gr: PK-2 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Breaux Bridge High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1015 Breaux Bridge High School
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-3131
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-3131
Gr: 9-12 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Breaux Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Saint Charles Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-1270
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-1270
Gr: 3-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Breaux Bridge Junior High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Martin Street
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-2844
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 332-2844
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70517, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70517, LA include Breaux Bridge Primary School, Breaux Bridge High School and Breaux Bridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70517?
4 public schools are located in 70517.
What percentage of students in 70517 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 70517 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70517?
70517 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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