For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,360 students in Meraux, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Meraux, LA are Joseph J. Davies Elementary School and N.p. Trist Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meraux, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Meraux have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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 Meraux, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4101 Mistrot Drive
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 267-7890
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 267-7890
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
N.p. Trist Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Pirates Cove
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 872-9402
Meraux, LA 70075
(504) 872-9402
Gr: 6-8 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Meraux, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Meraux, LA include Joseph J. Davies Elementary School and N.p. Trist Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Meraux?
2 public elementary schools are located in Meraux.
What is the racial composition of students in Meraux?
Meraux public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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