For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,416 students in 70503, LA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 70503, LA are L.j. Alleman Middle School and Edgar Martin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70503 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70503, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70503, LA Public Middle Schools (2025)
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 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
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 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 middle schools in 70503, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70503, LA include L.j. Alleman Middle School and Edgar Martin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70503?
2 public middle schools are located in 70503.
What is the racial composition of students in 70503?
70503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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