For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 351 students in 70506, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70506, LA is Lafayette Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70506 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70506, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70506, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West University Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70506, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70506, LA include Lafayette Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70506?
1 public middle schools are located in 70506.
What is the racial composition of students in 70506?
70506 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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