Best Rayne Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,052 students in Rayne, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Rayne, LA are Indian Bayou Elementary School and Mire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rayne, LA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Rayne have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Rayne, LA (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Indian Bayou Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1603 La Highway 700
Rayne, LA 70578
(337) 334-4070
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Mire Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5484 Mire Highway
Rayne, LA 70578
(337) 873-6602
Gr: PK-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
507 North Polk Street
Rayne, LA 70578
(337) 334-3669
Gr: PK-K | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Rayne, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Rayne, LA include Indian Bayou Elementary School and Mire Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Rayne?
3 public preschools are located in Rayne.
What is the racial composition of students in Rayne?
Rayne public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).

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