For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 508 students in Elton, LA (there are , serving 9 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Elton, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Elton, LA are Elton Elementary School and Elton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elton, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Elton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Elton, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
614 Powell Road
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2892
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2892
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Elton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
903 Second Street
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2991
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2991
Gr: 6-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elton, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Elton, LA include Elton Elementary School and Elton High School.
How many public schools are located in Elton?
2 public schools are located in Elton.
What percentage of students in Elton go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Elton are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Elton?
Elton public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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