For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 414 students in 70542, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70542, LA are Jesse Owens Elementary School and Gueydan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 70542 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70542, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70542, LA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jesse Owens Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
203 Thirteenth Street
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6541
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6541
Grades: PK-5
| 198 students
Rank: #22.
Gueydan High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Main Street
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6938
Gueydan, LA 70542
(337) 536-6938
Grades: 6-12
| 216 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70542, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70542, LA include Jesse Owens Elementary School and Gueydan High School.
How many public schools are located in 70542?
2 public schools are located in 70542.
What is the racial composition of students in 70542?
70542 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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