For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,270 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70501, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 1,366 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 177 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 727 students
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
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
70501, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Instructional Model Academy (Aim) (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
516 East Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7580
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7580
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
C.a.p.s Continuing Academic Program School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
516 East Pinhook Rd
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 235-6721
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 235-6721
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Juvenile Day Reporting Center (Jrdc) (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
100 Poydras
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 232-3844
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 232-3844
Grades: 5-11
| n/a students
Lafayette Charter High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
516 East Pinhook St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7585
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7585
Grades: 9-12
| 98 students
805 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7920
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 521-7920
Grades: 4-8
| 328 students
326 Gauthier Road
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2140
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-2140
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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