For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,215 students in 70518, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70518, LA are Martial Billeaud Elementary School and Katharine Drexel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70518 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70518, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70518, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martial Billeaud Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 E. Fairfield Dr.
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7270
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Katharine Drexel Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 St. Deporres Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Broussard, LA 70518
(337) 521-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70518, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70518, LA include Martial Billeaud Elementary School and Katharine Drexel Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70518?
2 public preschools are located in 70518.
What is the racial composition of students in 70518?
70518 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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