Best Schools in Grand Coteau, Louisiana
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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St Ignatius Elementary School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Grand Coteau Elementary School
Elementary · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$86,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$86,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grand Coteau
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 | St Ignatius Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Grand Coteau Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $53,625
- Median home value
- $86,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 33%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Grand Coteau compares
Median household income
$54k
92% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Grand Coteau, Louisiana
Grand Coteau, Louisiana is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Grand Coteau 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 Grand Coteau is St Ignatius Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grand Coteau is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish. These districts collectively serve 11,980 students.
Grand Coteau's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,625. The poverty rate in the area is 35.4%.
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Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.0 | ||
| 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 | St Ignatius Elementary School
Private
309 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
Schools in Grand Coteau
Grand Coteau, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,625
Median Home Value
$86,600
Median Rent
$679/mo
Population
885
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
33%
Poverty Rate
35.4%
Community Profile
Grand Coteau has a median household income of $53,625. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,600, with a median rent of $679/month. The area has a poverty rate of 35.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 2
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Grand Coteau, Louisiana
How many schools are in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
Grand Coteau has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grand Coteau is 5.3 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 Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Grand Coteau on MySchoolScout is St Ignatius Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grand Coteau on MySchoolScout is St Ignatius Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
Grand Coteau is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish.
What is the education level in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Grand Coteau have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
The median household income in Grand Coteau is approximately $53,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
Yes, Grand Coteau has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Ignatius Elementary School with a score of 5.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grand Coteau, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grand Coteau 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 Grand Coteau, 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.