For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,428 students in Meraux, LA.
The top ranked public schools in Meraux, LA are Joseph J. Davies Elementary School and N.p. Trist Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meraux, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Meraux have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Meraux, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4101 Mistrot Drive
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 267-7890
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 267-7890
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
N.p. Trist Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Pirates Cove
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 872-9402
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 872-9402
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Meraux, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Meraux, LA include Joseph J. Davies Elementary School and N.p. Trist Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Meraux?
2 public schools are located in Meraux.
What is the racial composition of students in Meraux?
Meraux public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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