Best Schools in Youngsville, Louisiana
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Youngsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Youngsville Middle School
Middle · Lafayette Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Southside High School
High · Lafayette Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
Other · Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Youngsville for 2026 are Youngsville Middle School (7.4/10), Southside High School (6.8/10), and Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$239,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$239,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Youngsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youngsville Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Southside High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Green T. Lindon Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Ernest Gallet Elementary 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $93,453
- Median home value
- $239,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Youngsville compares
Louisiana rank
#98 of 139
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$93k
160% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
5
Lafayette Parish runs 80% of Youngsville's public schools
Youngsville touches 2 districts, but Lafayette Parish is the one most addresses actually attend.
Lafayette Parish accounts for 4 of 5 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 7.4 — the spread is inside Youngsville, not a citywide average.
- Lafayette Parish4 public · 80%
- Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy1 public · 20%
About Schools in Youngsville, Louisiana
Youngsville, Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Youngsville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Youngsville is Youngsville Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Youngsville is served by 2 school districts: Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy, Lafayette Parish. These districts collectively serve 33,993 students.
Youngsville's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,453. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 690 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 2 | 638 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 682 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,891 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,002 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Youngsville
Youngsville, Louisiana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,453
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
31,608
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Youngsville has a median household income of $93,453. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $239,000, with a median rent of $1,106/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Youngsville, Louisiana
How many schools are in Youngsville, Louisiana?
Youngsville has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Youngsville is 5.9 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 Youngsville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Youngsville on MySchoolScout is Youngsville Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Youngsville on MySchoolScout is Green T. Lindon Elementary School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Youngsville on MySchoolScout is Youngsville Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Youngsville on MySchoolScout is Southside High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Youngsville, Louisiana?
Youngsville is served by 2 school districts: Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy, Lafayette Parish.
What is the education level in Youngsville, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Youngsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The median household income in Youngsville is approximately $93,453 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Youngsville, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Youngsville is 18.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Youngsville, 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.