For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 148 students in Mermentau, LA.
The top ranked public school in Mermentau, LA is Mermentau Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mermentau, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Mermentau have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Mermentau, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mermentau Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
405 Church Street
Mermentau, LA 70556
(337) 824-1943
Mermentau, LA 70556
(337) 824-1943
Gr: PK-7 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mermentau, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Mermentau, LA include Mermentau Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mermentau?
1 public schools are located in Mermentau.
What is the racial composition of students in Mermentau?
Mermentau public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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