Best Schools in Buras, Louisiana
1 schools · 1 High
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South Plaquemines High School
High · Plaquemines Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$74,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$74,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buras
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Plaquemines High School | 8.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $35,263
- Median home value
- $74,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 4%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buras compares
Median household income
$35k
60% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Buras, Louisiana
Buras, Louisiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Buras perform strongly 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 Buras is South Plaquemines High School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buras is served by 1 school district: Plaquemines Parish. These districts collectively serve 3,933 students.
Buras's community shows 4% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,263. The poverty rate in the area is 38.6%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 402 students · 7th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Buras
Buras, Louisiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$35,263
Median Home Value
$74,300
Median Rent
$928/mo
Population
2,092
College Educated
4%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
38.6%
Community Profile
Buras has a median household income of $35,263. It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,300, with a median rent of $928/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buras, Louisiana
How many schools are in Buras, Louisiana?
Buras has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buras, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buras is 8.1 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 Buras, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Buras on MySchoolScout is South Plaquemines High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Buras, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Buras on MySchoolScout is South Plaquemines High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Buras, Louisiana?
Buras is served by 1 school district: Plaquemines Parish.
What is the education level in Buras, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 4% of adults in Buras have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buras, Louisiana?
The median household income in Buras is approximately $35,263 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buras, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buras is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buras, 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.