For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,171 students in Port Barre, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Port Barre, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Port Barre, LA are Port Barre Elementary School, Port Barre High School and Port Barre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Port Barre, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Port Barre have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Port Barre, LA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Port Barre Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
199 O G Track Rd.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Grades: PK-4
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Port Barre High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
846 Saizan St.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Grades: 9-12
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Port Barre Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
846 Saizan St.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Grades: 5-8
| 307 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Port Barre, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Port Barre, LA include Port Barre Elementary School, Port Barre High School and Port Barre Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Port Barre?
3 public schools are located in Port Barre.
What percentage of students in Port Barre go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Port Barre are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Port Barre?
Port Barre public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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