Best Schools in Lake Arthur, Louisiana
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lake Arthur by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lake Arthur High School
High · Jefferson Davis Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson Davis Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$106,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$106,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Arthur
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 | Lake Arthur High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Lake Arthur Elementary School | 6.8 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $50,952
- Median home value
- $106,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Arthur compares
Median household income
$51k
87% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Lake Arthur, Louisiana
Lake Arthur, 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 7.0 out of 10, schools in Lake Arthur perform strongly 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 Lake Arthur is Lake Arthur High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Arthur is served by 1 school district: Jefferson Davis Parish. These districts collectively serve 5,538 students.
Lake Arthur's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,952. The poverty rate in the area is 23.0%.
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 | 465 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 390 students · 7th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Lake Arthur
Lake Arthur, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,952
Median Home Value
$106,000
Median Rent
$670/mo
Population
3,580
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
23.0%
Community Profile
Lake Arthur has a median household income of $50,952. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,000, with a median rent of $670/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Louisiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lake Arthur, Louisiana
How many schools are in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
Lake Arthur has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Arthur is 7.0 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 Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Lake Arthur on MySchoolScout is Lake Arthur High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Arthur on MySchoolScout is Lake Arthur Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Lake Arthur on MySchoolScout is Lake Arthur High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
Lake Arthur is served by 1 school district: Jefferson Davis Parish.
What is the education level in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Lake Arthur have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The median household income in Lake Arthur is approximately $50,952 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Arthur, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Arthur is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Arthur, 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.