Ernest Gallet Elementary School

Ernest Gallet Elementary School serves 638 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Youngsville, Louisiana, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.8 to 1 across 43 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides strong individualized attention that translates into impressive academic results. The school ranks 66th out of 1,290 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 95th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10.

Students demonstrate solid academic achievement, with 67% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, and an even stronger 77% reaching proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and effective teaching practices. Ernest Gallet Elementary draws from a stable, well-educated community where 38% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $98,110.

The low poverty rate of 7.9% and median home values around $232,100 indicate a supportive environment for learning. Located at 2901 E Milton Ave in this thriving mid-size suburb of Lafayette Parish, the school serves families in a growing community that values education and provides students with strong foundations for future academic success.