For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 355 students in Buras, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Buras, LA is South Plaquemines High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buras, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Buras have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Buras, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Plaquemines High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34121 Highway 23
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 595-6435
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 595-6435
Gr: 7-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Buras, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Wildcat Drive
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-9435
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-9435
Gr: PK-12 | 856 students Minority enrollment: 39%
34158 Highway 11 North
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-7721
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-7721
Gr: 6-8 | 273 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buras, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Buras, LA include South Plaquemines High School.
How many public schools are located in Buras?
1 public schools are located in Buras.
What is the racial composition of students in Buras?
Buras public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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