Best Lafitte Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 360 students in Lafitte, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Lafitte, LA is Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lafitte, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lafitte have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Lafitte, LA (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4924 City Park Drive
Lafitte, LA 70067
(504) 689-4136
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Lafitte, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lafitte, LA include Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lafitte?
1 public schools are located in Lafitte.
What is the racial composition of students in Lafitte?
Lafitte public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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