For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 926 students in Vinton, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 113 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Vinton, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Vinton, LA are Vinton Elementary School, Vinton Middle School and Vinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vinton, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Vinton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Vinton, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vinton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Hampton Street
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4520
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4520
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Vinton Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Horridge Street
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4720
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4720
Grades: 6-8
| 198 students
Rank: #33.
Vinton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Grace Street
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4400
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 286 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Vinton, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Vinton, LA include Vinton Elementary School, Vinton Middle School and Vinton High School.
How many public schools are located in Vinton?
3 public schools are located in Vinton.
What percentage of students in Vinton go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Vinton are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Vinton?
Vinton public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Vinton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vinton include: Vinton Middle School vs. Vinton High School
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