Best Schools in Ville Platte, Louisiana
6 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ville Platte by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ville Platte High School
High · Evangeline Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bayou Chicot Elementary School
Elementary · Evangeline Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vidrine Elementary School
Elementary · Evangeline Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ville Platte for 2026 are Ville Platte High School (6.6/10), Bayou Chicot Elementary School (6.3/10), and Vidrine Elementary School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$131,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$131,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ville Platte
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ville Platte High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Bayou Chicot Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Vidrine Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | James Stephens Montessori School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Ville Platte Elementary School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Sacred Heart School | 4.0 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $43,375
- Median home value
- $131,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ville Platte compares
Louisiana rank
#115 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$43k
74% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Ville Platte, Louisiana
Ville Platte, Louisiana is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte is Ville Platte High School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ville Platte is served by 1 school district: Evangeline Parish. These districts collectively serve 5,616 students.
Ville Platte's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,375. The poverty rate in the area is 21.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 687 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 377 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 469 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 336 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sacred Heart School
Private
415 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.0 | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 526 students · 8th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Ville Platte
Ville Platte, Louisiana · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,375
Median Home Value
$131,800
Median Rent
$705/mo
Population
18,939
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Community Profile
Ville Platte has a median household income of $43,375. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $131,800, with a median rent of $705/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ville Platte, Louisiana
How many schools are in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
Ville Platte has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ville Platte is 5.4 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 Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Ville Platte on MySchoolScout is Ville Platte High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ville Platte on MySchoolScout is Bayou Chicot Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Ville Platte on MySchoolScout is Ville Platte High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Ville Platte, Louisiana?
Ville Platte is served by 1 school district: Evangeline Parish.
What is the education level in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Ville Platte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The median household income in Ville Platte is approximately $43,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
Yes, Ville Platte has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart School with a score of 4.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ville Platte, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ville Platte is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ville Platte, 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.