For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 639 students in Lawtell, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Lawtell, LA is Lawtell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawtell, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lawtell have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lawtell, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawtell Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1010 School Rd.
Lawtell, LA 70550
(337) 543-2315
Lawtell, LA 70550
(337) 543-2315
Gr: PK-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lawtell, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lawtell, LA include Lawtell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lawtell?
1 public schools are located in Lawtell.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawtell?
Lawtell public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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