For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 362 students in Violet, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Violet, LA is W. Smith Jr. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Violet, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Violet have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Violet, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6701 St. Bernard Hwy.
Violet, LA 70092
(504) 302-1000
Violet, LA 70092
(504) 302-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Violet, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Violet, LA include W. Smith Jr. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Violet?
1 public schools are located in Violet.
What is the racial composition of students in Violet?
Violet public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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