Best Schools in Port Barre, Louisiana
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Port Barre by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Port Barre Elementary School
Elementary · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port Barre High School
High · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port Barre Middle School
Middle · St. Landry Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Port Barre for 2026 are Port Barre Elementary School (7.4/10), Port Barre High School (6.1/10), and Port Barre Middle School (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$98,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$98,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Port Barre
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Barre Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Port Barre High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Port Barre Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Good Shepherd Montessori 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $46,250
- Median home value
- $98,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Barre compares
Louisiana rank
#80 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$46k
79% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Port Barre, Louisiana
Port Barre, Louisiana is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Port Barre 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 Port Barre is Port Barre Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port Barre is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish. These districts collectively serve 11,980 students.
Port Barre's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,250. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.
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 | 441 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 303 students · 5th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Good Shepherd Montessori School
Private
35 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Port Barre
Port Barre, Louisiana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,250
Median Home Value
$98,100
Median Rent
$693/mo
Population
3,808
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Community Profile
Port Barre has a median household income of $46,250. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,100, with a median rent of $693/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Port Barre, Louisiana
How many schools are in Port Barre, Louisiana?
Port Barre has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Barre is 6.2 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 Port Barre, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Port Barre on MySchoolScout is Port Barre Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port Barre on MySchoolScout is Port Barre Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Port Barre on MySchoolScout is Port Barre Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Port Barre on MySchoolScout is Port Barre High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Port Barre, Louisiana?
Port Barre is served by 1 school district: St. Landry Parish.
What is the education level in Port Barre, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Port Barre have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The median household income in Port Barre is approximately $46,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Port Barre, Louisiana?
Yes, Port Barre has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Good Shepherd Montessori School with a score of 5.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Barre, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Barre is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Barre, 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.