For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 414 students in Gueydan, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gueydan, LA are Jesse Owens Elementary School and Gueydan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gueydan, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gueydan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gueydan, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jesse Owens Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
203 Thirteenth Street
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6541
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6541
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Gueydan High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Main Street
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6938
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6938
Gr: 6-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Gueydan, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gueydan, LA include Jesse Owens Elementary School and Gueydan High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gueydan?
2 public elementary schools are located in Gueydan.
What is the racial composition of students in Gueydan?
Gueydan public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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