For the 2026 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 (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 | 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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