Best Schools in Vacherie, Louisiana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Vacherie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St. James High School
High · St. James Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vacherie Elementary School
Elementary · St. James Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sixth Ward Elementary School
Middle · St. James Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Vacherie for 2026 are St. James High School (8.4/10), Vacherie Elementary School (5.6/10), and Sixth Ward Elementary School (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$190,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$190,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vacherie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. James High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Vacherie Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Sixth Ward Elementary School | 5.4 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $70,676
- Median home value
- $190,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vacherie compares
Louisiana rank
#64 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$71k
121% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Vacherie, Louisiana
Vacherie, Louisiana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Vacherie 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 Vacherie is St. James High School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vacherie is served by 1 school district: St. James Parish. These districts collectively serve 3,421 students.
Vacherie's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,676. The poverty rate in the area is 11.6%.
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 | 387 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · 4th–6th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 616 students · 7th–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Vacherie
Vacherie, Louisiana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,676
Median Home Value
$190,200
Median Rent
$673/mo
Population
7,471
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Community Profile
Vacherie has a median household income of $70,676. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,200, with a median rent of $673/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. 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
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Vacherie, Louisiana
How many schools are in Vacherie, Louisiana?
Vacherie has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vacherie is 6.5 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 Vacherie, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Vacherie on MySchoolScout is St. James High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vacherie on MySchoolScout is Vacherie Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Vacherie on MySchoolScout is Sixth Ward Elementary School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Vacherie on MySchoolScout is St. James High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Vacherie, Louisiana?
Vacherie is served by 1 school district: St. James Parish.
What is the education level in Vacherie, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Vacherie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The median household income in Vacherie is approximately $70,676 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vacherie, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vacherie is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vacherie, 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.