For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 847 students in Deville, LA.
The top ranked public school in Deville, LA is Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deville, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Deville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Deville, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
646 Highway 1207
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-5858
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-5858
Grades: 3-5
| 396 students
Rank: n/an/a
642 Highway 1207
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-3233
Deville, LA 71328
(318) 466-3233
Grades: PK-2
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Deville, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Deville, LA include Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Deville?
2 public schools are located in Deville.
What is the racial composition of students in Deville?
Deville public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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