Best Schools in Edgard, Louisiana
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Edgard by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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West St. John Elementary School (k-7)
Elementary · St. John the Baptist Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West St. John High School
High · St. John the Baptist Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Edgard
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 | West St. John Elementary School (k-7) | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | West St. John High School | 4.3 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $66,966
- Median home value
- $173,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 99%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Edgard compares
Median household income
$67k
115% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Edgard, Louisiana
Edgard, 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 4.8 out of 10, schools in Edgard 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 Edgard is West St. John Elementary School (k-7) with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Edgard is served by 1 school district: St. John the Baptist Parish. These districts collectively serve 5,429 students.
Edgard's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,966. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.
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 | 203 students · Pre-K–7th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 193 students · 8th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Edgard
Edgard, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,966
Median Home Value
$173,000
Population
1,521
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
99%
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Edgard has a median household income of $66,966. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,000. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Edgard, Louisiana
How many schools are in Edgard, Louisiana?
Edgard has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Edgard, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Edgard is 4.8 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 Edgard, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Edgard on MySchoolScout is West St. John Elementary School (k-7) with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Edgard, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Edgard on MySchoolScout is West St. John Elementary School (k-7) with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Edgard, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Edgard on MySchoolScout is West St. John High School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve Edgard, Louisiana?
Edgard is served by 1 school district: St. John the Baptist Parish.
What is the education level in Edgard, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Edgard have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Edgard, Louisiana?
The median household income in Edgard is approximately $66,966 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Edgard, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Edgard is 6.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Edgard, 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.