For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 528 students in Lacombe, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in Lacombe, LA are Chahta-ima Elementary School and Bayou Lacombe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lacombe, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lacombe have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Public Schools in Lacombe, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chahta-ima Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27488 Pichon Road
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-7541
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-7541
Gr: PK-3 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Bayou Lacombe Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27527 St. Joseph St.
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-5416
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-5416
Gr: 4-6 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lacombe, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lacombe, LA include Chahta-ima Elementary School and Bayou Lacombe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lacombe?
2 public schools are located in Lacombe.
What is the racial composition of students in Lacombe?
Lacombe 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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