For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 532 students in Arcadia, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, LA are Crawford Elementary School and Arcadia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcadia, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Arcadia have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Arcadia, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crawford Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
935 Daniel Street
Arcadia, LA 71001
(318) 263-8757
Arcadia, LA 71001
(318) 263-8757
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Arcadia High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
967 Daniel Street
Arcadia, LA 71001
(318) 263-2264
Arcadia, LA 71001
(318) 263-2264
Gr: 6-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, LA include Crawford Elementary School and Arcadia High School.
How many public schools are located in Arcadia?
2 public schools are located in Arcadia.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcadia?
Arcadia public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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