For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,159 students in 70501, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70501, LA are David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy, Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette and Northside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70501 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70501, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70501 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70501, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
805 Teurlings Drive
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5962
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5962
Gr: 6-12 | 1,362 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 18th St.
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7560
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7560
Gr: 7-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Northside High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Dunand Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7990
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7990
Gr: 9-12 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
W. D. & Mary Baker Smith Career Center
Vocational School
200 18th Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7570
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7570
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70501, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70501, LA include David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy, Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette and Northside High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70501?
4 public high schools are located in 70501.
What is the racial composition of students in 70501?
70501 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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