For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 303 students in New Roads, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 295 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in New Roads, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in New Roads, LA is Rosenwald Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Roads, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in New Roads have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in New Roads, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosenwald Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 New Roads Street
New Roads, LA 70760
(225) 638-6341
New Roads, LA 70760
(225) 638-6341
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in New Roads, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in New Roads, LA include Rosenwald Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in New Roads?
1 public schools are located in New Roads.
What percentage of students in New Roads go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in New Roads are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in New Roads?
New Roads public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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