How many schools are in Louisiana?

There are 1,590 schools in Louisiana in our data as of 10/01/2024.

Which Louisiana cities have the most schools?

New Orleans (113), Baton Rouge (103), Shreveport (62), Metairie (40), Lafayette (38).

Checked Oct 21, 2026

1,590 schools in 318 cities and 64 parishes · Data as of 10/01/2024

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Louisiana has 1,590 schools, about 3.4 for every 10,000 residents.
That is about the same as the national rate (3.6 per 10,000).
The largest group is Elementary School (44%), ahead of Private School and High School.
New Orleans (113), Baton Rouge (103) and Shreveport (62) have the most, 17% of the state total combined.

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How many schools are in Louisiana?: There are 1,590 schools in Louisiana in our data as of 10/01/2024.
Which Louisiana cities have the most schools?: New Orleans (113), Baton Rouge (103), Shreveport (62), Metairie (40), Lafayette (38).