Best Schools in Branch, Louisiana
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Branch by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Branch Elementary School
Elementary · Acadia Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Amikids Acadiana
High · Acadia Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$121,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$121,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Branch
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Branch Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Amikids Acadiana | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $52,607
- Median home value
- $121,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 1%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Branch compares
Median household income
$53k
90% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Branch, Louisiana
Branch, Louisiana is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Branch show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Branch is Branch Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Branch is served by 1 school district: Acadia Parish. These districts collectively serve 9,459 students.
Branch's community shows 1% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,607. The poverty rate in the area is 20.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 388 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 students · 6th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Branch
Branch, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,607
Median Home Value
$121,200
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
1,225
College Educated
1%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Community Profile
Branch has a median household income of $52,607. It is a community where 1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,200, with a median rent of $1,036/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Branch, Louisiana
How many schools are in Branch, Louisiana?
Branch has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Branch, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Branch is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Branch, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Branch on MySchoolScout is Branch Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Branch, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Branch on MySchoolScout is Branch Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Branch, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Branch on MySchoolScout is Amikids Acadiana with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Branch, Louisiana?
Branch is served by 1 school district: Acadia Parish.
What is the education level in Branch, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 1% of adults in Branch have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Branch, Louisiana?
The median household income in Branch is approximately $52,607 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Branch, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Branch is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Branch, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.