For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,073 students in 70503, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 907 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 70503, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70503, LA are L.j. Alleman Middle School, Woodvale Elementary School and Broadmoor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70503 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70503, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70503, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L.j. Alleman Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 Roselawn Boulevard
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7850
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7850
Gr: 6-8 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Woodvale Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Leon Drive
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7830
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7830
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Broadmoor Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
609 Broadmoor Boulevard
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7620
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7620
Gr: PK-5 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Edgar Martin Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Broadmoor Boulevard
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7910
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7910
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
70503, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lerosen Preparatory Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
516 W Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7580
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 521-7580
Gr: K-12 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70503, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70503, LA include L.j. Alleman Middle School, Woodvale Elementary School and Broadmoor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70503?
4 public schools are located in 70503.
What percentage of students in 70503 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 70503 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70503?
70503 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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