Best Schools in Opelousas, Louisiana
15 schools · 4 Elementary · 4 Middle · 3 High · 4 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Opelousas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts
High · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Creswell Middle School
Middle · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Westminster Christian Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Opelousas for 2026 are Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts (8.4/10), Creswell Middle School (7.9/10), and Westminster Christian Academy (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$151,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$151,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 83% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Opelousas schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Opelousas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Creswell Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Westminster Christian Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | St. Landry Charter School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Opelousas Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Northwest High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Plaisance Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Opelousas Catholic School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Family Worship Christian Academy | 5.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Park Vista Elementary School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $45,276
- Median home value
- $151,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Opelousas compares
Louisiana rank
#103 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$45k
77% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Opelousas, Louisiana
Opelousas, Louisiana is home to 15 schools, including 12 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Opelousas 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 Opelousas is Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Opelousas is served by 3 school districts: JS Clark Leadership Academy, St. Landry Primary School Incl., St. Landry Parish. These districts collectively serve 12,624 students.
Opelousas's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,276. The poverty rate in the area is 23.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 563 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 262 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.8 |
| 4 | 453 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207 students · 5th–6th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 187 students · 5th–6th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 209 students · 5th–8th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 401 students · 7th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · 7th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 597 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 772 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 333 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.9 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Westminster Christian Academy
Private
391 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | Opelousas Catholic School
Private
547 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | Family Worship Christian Academy
Private
205 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.3 | ||
Schools in Opelousas
Opelousas, Louisiana · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,276
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$764/mo
Population
37,188
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Community Profile
Opelousas has a median household income of $45,276. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,300, with a median rent of $764/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 3
- Other
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Opelousas, Louisiana
How many schools are in Opelousas, Louisiana?
Opelousas has 15 schools, including 12 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Opelousas is 5.7 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 Opelousas, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Opelousas on MySchoolScout is Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Opelousas on MySchoolScout is St. Landry Charter School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Opelousas on MySchoolScout is Creswell Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Opelousas on MySchoolScout is Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Opelousas, Louisiana?
Opelousas is served by 3 school districts: Js Clark Leadership Academy, St. Landry Primary School Incl., St. Landry Parish.
What is the education level in Opelousas, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Opelousas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The median household income in Opelousas is approximately $45,276 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Opelousas, Louisiana?
Yes, Opelousas has 3 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Westminster Christian Academy with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Opelousas, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Opelousas is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Opelousas, 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.