7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Gonzales, Louisiana

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 8

Private: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Estimated Scores: 11%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.3/10
Median household income: $80,758
Median home value: $252,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How Gonzales compares

Louisiana rank

#16 of 137

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above Louisiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$81k

138% of Louisiana median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Gonzales, Louisiana

Gonzales, Louisiana is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Gonzales perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Gonzales is Gonzales Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Gonzales is served by 1 school district: Ascension Parish. These districts collectively serve 24,683 students.

Gonzales's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,758. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.

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.

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (10) Academics (10) Growth (8) Diversity (8) Resources (8)

Filter by ZIP: 70737 (10)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Gonzales Primary School 496 students · Pre-K–5th	496	Pre-K–5th	7.8
2	Pecan Grove Primary School 660 students · Pre-K–5th	660	Pre-K–5th	7.8
3	Central Primary School 478 students · Pre-K–5th	478	Pre-K–5th	7.4
4	Duplessis Primary School 613 students · Pre-K–5th	613	Pre-K–5th	7.2
5	G. W. Carver Primary School 644 students · Pre-K–5th	644	Pre-K–5th	6.8
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Private 240 students · Pre-K–6th	240	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Gonzales Middle School 800 students · 6th–8th	800	6th–8th	9.1
2	Central Middle School 708 students · 6th–8th	708	6th–8th	8.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	East Ascension High School 2,157 students · 9th–12th	2,157	9th–12th	4.3

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Private 26 students · Kindergarten–12th	26	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Gonzales

Gonzales, Louisiana · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,758

Median Home Value

$252,600

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

47,971

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Community Profile

Gonzales has a median household income of $80,758. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,600, with a median rent of $1,533/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Louisiana
Total Schools: 10
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Gonzales schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Gonzales 📊 Niche Gonzales Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Ascension Parish

31 schools · 24,683 students

Nearby Cities

St. Amant (4 schools)

3 mi

Saint Amant (1 school)

4 mi

Prairieville (10 schools)

French Settlement (2 schools)

8 mi

Donaldsonville (5 schools)

11 mi

St. Gabriel (1 school)

11 mi

Belle Rose (2 schools)

15 mi

Denham Springs (16 schools)

15 mi

White Castle (2 schools)

Livingston (3 schools)

18 mi

Paincourtville (1 school)

19 mi

Other Major Cities in Louisiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

Baton Rouge 131 schools New Orleans 116 schools Shreveport 68 schools Monroe 42 schools Lake Charles 40 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Gonzales, Louisiana

How many schools are in Gonzales, Louisiana?

Gonzales has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gonzales is 7.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The top-ranked school in Gonzales on MySchoolScout is Gonzales Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Gonzales on MySchoolScout is Gonzales Primary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Gonzales on MySchoolScout is Gonzales Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best high school in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The top-ranked high school in Gonzales on MySchoolScout is East Ascension High School with a composite score of 4.3/10.

How many school districts serve Gonzales, Louisiana?

Gonzales is served by 1 school district: Ascension Parish.

What is the education level in Gonzales, Louisiana?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Gonzales have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The median household income in Gonzales is approximately $80,758 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Gonzales, Louisiana?

Yes, Gonzales has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ascension Christian School, Elementary with a score of 6.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Gonzales, Louisiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gonzales is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gonzales, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.