For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,225 students in 70570, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70570, LA are Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts, Northwest High School and Js Clark Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70570 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70570, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70570 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Js Clark Leadership Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70570, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 E Leo Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-6195
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-6195
Gr: 7-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Northwest High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3746 Hwy. 104
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 543-2255
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 543-2255
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Js Clark Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1517 Stateman Rd.
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 418-4222
Gr: K-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
70570, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1218 East Leo St
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4892
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4892
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
308 West Martin Luther King Dr
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-2629
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-2629
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
St. Landry Accelerated Transition School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
152 Violet Dr
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4761
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-4761
Gr: 6-10 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
1203 Burr Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-9892
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-9892
Gr: PK-6 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70570, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70570, LA include Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts, Northwest High School and Js Clark Leadership Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 70570?
3 public high schools are located in 70570.
What is the racial composition of students in 70570?
70570 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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