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1 schools in Lawtell

Louisiana · Public K-12

Of the public K-12 schools operating across Louisiana, 1 sit inside Lawtell, collectively enrolling about 567 students (1 elementary).

7-year change in Lawtell

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
567
-257 (-31%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
23%
was 35%
% Hispanic
10%
was 4%
% Black
64%
was 61%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Lawtell Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-08567

About Lawtell

Lawtell is a rural-scale Louisiana city in terms of public-school footprint, with 1 schools and 567 students total.

Schools in Lawtell average about 567 students each, 11% above the Louisiana norm.

Five-year track record. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 31%: 824 students in SY 2017-18 versus 567 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 35% to 23% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Lawtell discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Lawtell, Louisiana?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in Lawtell, with a combined enrollment of about 567.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Lawtell?
Lawtell has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Lawtell?
Lawtell Elementary School is the largest public school in Lawtell by enrollment, with approximately 567 students.
What school districts serve Lawtell?
Lawtell public schools are operated by St. Landry Parish.
What grade levels do public schools in Lawtell cover?
Public schools in Lawtell serve students from pre-K through grade 8.