For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 744 students in Port Barre, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Port Barre, LA are Port Barre Elementary School and Port Barre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Port Barre, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Port Barre have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Port Barre, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Port Barre Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
199 O G Track Rd.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Gr: PK-4 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Port Barre Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
846 Saizan St.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Gr: 5-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Port Barre, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Port Barre, LA include Port Barre Elementary School and Port Barre Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Port Barre?
2 public elementary schools are located in Port Barre.
What is the racial composition of students in Port Barre?
Port Barre public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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