For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,620 students in 70518, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,086 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 70518, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
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 35%), 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70518, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martial Billeaud Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 E. Fairfield Dr.
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Broussard Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1325 South Morgan Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7870
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7870
Gr: 6-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Katharine Drexel Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 St. Deporres Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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?
60% of all K-12 students in 70518 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70518?
70518 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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