For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,061 students in 70506, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70506, LA are Myrtle Place Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School and S.j. Montgomery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70506 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70506, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70506, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Myrtle Place Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 Myrtle Place Boulevard
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7760
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7760
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
S.j. Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Foreman Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7750
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Lafayette Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West University Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70506, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70506, LA include Myrtle Place Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School and S.j. Montgomery Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70506?
4 public elementary schools are located in 70506.
What is the racial composition of students in 70506?
70506 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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