For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 367 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 43% 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 11% 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 (2026)
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 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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