Submitted by the Lafayette Parish School System
LAFAYETTE, LA (November 20, 2024) – The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) is proud to celebrate another year of remarkable growth in its School Performance Scores (SPS). LPSS is one of only four districts among Louisiana’s 64 parishes to achieve consistent growth every year since 2019. The district received a B in 2024, now just 2.5 index points away from attaining an “A” classification. The district is actively pursuing this milestone with a comprehensive plan focused on sustained excellence and success.
Among this year’s highlights:
- LPSS is tied as the #1 Large School System (more than 29,000 students) in the state.
- The Early College Academy ranks as the #1 school in the state.
- LPSS holds the #1 spot in Region IV & V and among all Large Districts in the state in the combined K-8 and High School Progress Index.
- The LPSS Strength of Diploma is ranked #1 in Region IV & V and among all Large Districts, proving that we are unmatched in the opportunities we offer our students academically and for post-high school success.
- 17 schools increased their SPS numerical score.
- 29 schools achieved the Top Gains Honoree designation, awarded to schools with a progress index score above 90, underscoring LPSS’s dedication to fostering student growth.
- 14 schools earned the Opportunity Honoree designation, recognizing schools that excel in serving specific student subgroups such as special education and English as a second language, often outperforming 90% of other schools statewide.
“We are incredibly proud of the consistent growth across Lafayette Parish, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teachers, the strong leadership within our schools, the meaningful contributions of our support staff, and the steadfast commitment of our central office team,” said Superintendent Francis Touchet, Jr. “By being present in classrooms, offering feedback, and delivering targeted instructional support, we ensure that every student can succeed. Together, we are truly ‘Experiencing the Difference’ in education.”
The district’s progress affirms its commitment to providing opportunities for all students and highlights the efforts of educators, staff, and families in supporting student achievement. LPSS’s achievements in regard to School Performance Scores reflect the district’s dedication to its core values of opportunity, growth, safety, and culture.
