For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,363 students in 70560, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70560, LA are New Iberia Senior High School and Westgate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70560 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70560, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70560 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westgate High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70560, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Iberia Senior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 East Admiral Doyle Drive
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6714
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6714
Grades: 9-12
| 1,373 students
Rank: #22.
Westgate High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2305 Jefferson Island Road
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-2431
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-2431
Grades: 9-12
| 990 students
70560, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Center For Education (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
500 Bank Ave
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-3696
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-3696
Grades: K-12
| 83 students
500 Bank Avenue
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-4440
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-4440
Grades: 2-6
| 183 students
Iberia Parish Career Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
618 Recreation Dr
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-7231
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-7231
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
400 Johnston St
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-3560
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-3560
Grades: K-6
| 363 students
809 West Main St
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-5013
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-5013
Grades: PK
| 37 students
121 North Street
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6636
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6636
Grades: PK-6
| 281 students
4110 Loreauville Road
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6517
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 369-6517
Grades: 4-6
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70560, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70560, LA include New Iberia Senior High School and Westgate High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70560?
2 public high schools are located in 70560.
What is the racial composition of students in 70560?
70560 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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