For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 508 students in Elton, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Elton, LA are Elton Elementary School and Elton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elton, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elton, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
614 Powell Road
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2892
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2892
Grades: PK-5
| 249 students
Rank: #22.
Elton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
903 Second Street
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2991
Elton, LA 70532
(337) 584-2991
Grades: 6-12
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Elton, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Elton, LA include Elton Elementary School and Elton High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Elton.
What is the racial composition of students in Elton?
Elton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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