Best Schools in Golden Meadow, Louisiana
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School
Elementary · Lafourche Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Golden Meadow Middle School
Middle · Lafourche Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$141,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$141,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Golden Meadow
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Golden Meadow Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $57,273
- Median home value
- $141,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Golden Meadow compares
Louisiana rank
#58 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
98% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Golden Meadow, Louisiana
Golden Meadow, Louisiana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Golden Meadow 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 Golden Meadow is Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Golden Meadow is served by 1 school district: Lafourche Parish. These districts collectively serve 14,005 students.
Golden Meadow's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,273. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 130 students · 3rd–5th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 152 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
Schools in Golden Meadow
Golden Meadow, Louisiana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,273
Median Home Value
$141,400
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
2,401
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Golden Meadow has a median household income of $57,273. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,400, with a median rent of $771/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Golden Meadow, Louisiana
How many schools are in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
Golden Meadow has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Golden Meadow is 6.6 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 Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Golden Meadow on MySchoolScout is Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Golden Meadow on MySchoolScout is Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Golden Meadow on MySchoolScout is Golden Meadow Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
Golden Meadow is served by 1 school district: Lafourche Parish.
What is the education level in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Golden Meadow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The median household income in Golden Meadow is approximately $57,273 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Golden Meadow is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Golden Meadow, 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.