Cecil Picard Elementary School at Maurice

Cecil Picard Elementary School at Maurice is a high-performing public elementary school in Maurice, LA, serving 592 students from Pre-K through 5th grade within the Vermilion Parish School District. This school has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for nine consecutive years and ranks in the top 6% of all Louisiana elementary schools, with 92% of students proficient in math and 87% in English language arts—far exceeding state averages of 62% and 70%, respectively.

What truly sets Cecil Picard apart is its exceptional support for all students, especially those with special needs. The school ranks 2nd in the entire state for serving special education students, a remarkable achievement that shows highly effective, individualized instruction. Additionally, the school excels in social studies, with 77% of students proficient compared to 55% statewide, and has dramatically reduced chronic absenteeism to just 15.7%—well below the district average of 27.9%. While nearby Milton Elementary School achieves similar academic scores, Cecil Picard does so while serving a more economically diverse student body, with 48% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch compared to Milton's 32.6%.

The school's consistent performance across all student groups—ranking in the 91st percentile or higher for male, female, white, and low-income students—demonstrates that its success is a school-wide achievement, not driven by any single population. This "rising tide" effect means every child benefits from the school's strong instructional framework. For parents seeking a school where their child will receive excellent academics, targeted support when needed, and a welcoming environment that keeps students engaged and present, Cecil Picard Elementary stands out as a top choice in the region, outperforming nearby schools like Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary and Charles M. Burke Elementary by significant margins.