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Lafayette Parish

Louisiana · Public School District
45
Schools
32,377
Students
$13,877
Per-Pupil Spend
≈ nat'l avg
60.2%
Free Lunch Rate
+8pp vs nat'l
71.1%
Graduation Rate
-15.4pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Lafayette Parish is a public school district in Louisiana serving 32,377 students across 45 schools. It includes 24 elementary, 10 middle, 10 high schools. Its graduation rate of 71.1% is below the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $13,877 is near the national average for a US public school district. 60% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 41/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (45)
Elementary Schools24 schools
Other School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Lerosen Preparatory AcademyKG–12590
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$13,877Near national avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
33%
51%
State
32.8%
Local (property tax)
51.5%
Federal
15.7%

Funding is shared between state (33%) and local sources (51%), with notable federal support (16%).

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
45
Schools
32,377
Students
60%
Free Lunch
$14K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate71.1%
Opportunity Score41/100
Strengths & Considerations
Range of school options
With 45 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
Below-average graduation rate
At 71.1%, graduation is 15.4 points below the national average of 86.5%.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Lafayette Parish?
Lafayette Parish has 45 public schools, serving a total of 32,377 students.
What is the graduation rate for Lafayette Parish?
The graduation rate is 71.1%, which is below the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Lafayette Parish spend per student?
Lafayette Parish spends $13,877 per pupil — 3% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Lafayette Parish?
60% of students in Lafayette Parish qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Lafayette Parish?
No, Lafayette Parish does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Lafayette Parish serve?
Lafayette Parish serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Lafayette Parish?
The median opportunity score across schools in Lafayette Parish is 41/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.