Best Schools in Lawtell, Louisiana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Lawtell Elementary School
Elementary · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lawtell
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lawtell Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 100%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 100%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Lawtell, Louisiana
Lawtell, Louisiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Lawtell 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 Lawtell is Lawtell Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lawtell is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish. These districts collectively serve 11,980 students.
Lawtell's community shows 100% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.
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 | 639 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.8 |
Schools in Lawtell
Lawtell, Louisiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
38
College Educated
100%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
It is a well-educated community where 100% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Lawtell, Louisiana
How many schools are in Lawtell, Louisiana?
Lawtell has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lawtell, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lawtell 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 Lawtell, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Lawtell on MySchoolScout is Lawtell Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lawtell, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lawtell on MySchoolScout is Lawtell Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Lawtell, Louisiana?
Lawtell is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish.
What is the education level in Lawtell, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 100% of adults in Lawtell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lawtell, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lawtell is 17.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lawtell, 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.