For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,725 students in 70563, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 350 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 70563, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70563, LA are North Lewis Elementary School, Daspit Road Elementary School and Belle Place Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70563 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70563, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70563, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
604 North Lewis Street
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 369-6132
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 369-6132
Gr: PK-6 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Daspit Road Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1103 Daspit Road
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 364-2371
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 364-2371
Gr: PK-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Belle Place Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4110 Loreauville Road
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 364-2141
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 364-2141
Gr: 7-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Belle Place Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
411 Lebourgeois Road
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 369-3738
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 369-3738
Gr: PK-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70563, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70563, LA include North Lewis Elementary School, Daspit Road Elementary School and Belle Place Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70563?
4 public schools are located in 70563.
What percentage of students in 70563 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 70563 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70563?
70563 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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