For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,757 students in 70570, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,251 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 70570, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70570, LA are Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts, Northwest High School and Plaisance Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70570 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70570, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70570, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 E Leo Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-6195
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-6195
Gr: 7-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Northwest High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3746 Hwy. 104
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 543-2255
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 543-2255
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Plaisance Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3264 Hwy. 167
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 826-3335
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 826-3335
Gr: 5-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Js Clark Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1517 Stateman Rd.
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
Gr: K-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Creswell Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1210 East Leo St
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 407-1708
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 407-1708
Gr: 5-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #66.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E Mamie Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-5390
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-5390
Gr: PK-4 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Grolee Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1540 West Grolee Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-3130
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-3130
Gr: PK-4 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Opelousas Junior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 South Market Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4957
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4957
Gr: 7-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
70570, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1218 East Leo St
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4892
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4892
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
308 West Martin Luther King Dr
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-2629
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-2629
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
St. Landry Accelerated Transition School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
152 Violet Dr
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4761
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4761
Gr: 6-10 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
1203 Burr Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-9892
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-9892
Gr: PK-6 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70570, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70570, LA include Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts, Northwest High School and Plaisance Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70570?
8 public schools are located in 70570.
What percentage of students in 70570 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 70570 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70570?
70570 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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