Best Schools in Deville, Louisiana
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School
Elementary · Rapides Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$166,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$166,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Deville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $65,517
- Median home value
- $166,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Deville compares
Median household income
$66k
112% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Deville, Louisiana
Deville, Louisiana is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Deville 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 Deville is Buckeye Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Deville is served by 1 school district: Rapides Parish. These districts collectively serve 22,546 students.
Deville's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,517. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 451 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.9 |
| 2 | 396 students · 3rd–5th | 6.7 |
Schools in Deville
Deville, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,517
Median Home Value
$166,700
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
8,081
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Deville has a median household income of $65,517. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,700, with a median rent of $912/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Deville, Louisiana
How many schools are in Deville, Louisiana?
Deville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Deville, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Deville is 6.8 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 Deville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Deville on MySchoolScout is Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Deville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Deville on MySchoolScout is Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Deville, Louisiana?
Deville is served by 1 school district: Rapides Parish.
What is the education level in Deville, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Deville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Deville, Louisiana?
The median household income in Deville is approximately $65,517 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Deville, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Deville is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Deville, 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.