Best Schools in Palmetto, Louisiana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Palmetto 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
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$114,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$114,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Palmetto
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 | Palmetto Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.1/10
- Median household income
- $43,750
- Median home value
- $114,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Palmetto compares
Median household income
$44k
75% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Palmetto, Louisiana
Palmetto, Louisiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.1 out of 10, schools in Palmetto 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 Palmetto is Palmetto Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Palmetto is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish. These districts collectively serve 11,980 students.
Palmetto's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,750. The poverty rate in the area is 8.4%.
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 | 252 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.1 |
Schools in Palmetto
Palmetto, Louisiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,750
Median Home Value
$114,400
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
1,006
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
66%
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Palmetto has a median household income of $43,750. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,400, with a median rent of $851/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Palmetto, Louisiana
How many schools are in Palmetto, Louisiana?
Palmetto has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palmetto, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palmetto is 9.1 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 Palmetto, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Palmetto on MySchoolScout is Palmetto Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palmetto, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palmetto on MySchoolScout is Palmetto Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Palmetto, Louisiana?
Palmetto is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish.
What is the education level in Palmetto, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Palmetto have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palmetto, Louisiana?
The median household income in Palmetto is approximately $43,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palmetto, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palmetto is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palmetto, 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.