For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,909 students in Destrehan, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 476 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Destrehan, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Destrehan, LA are Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School, Harry M. Hurst Middle School and New Sarpy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Destrehan, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Destrehan have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Destrehan, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Grades: 3-5
| 401 students
Rank: #22.
Harry M. Hurst Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
170 Road Runner Lane
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-6367
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-6367
Grades: 6-8
| 724 students
Rank: #33.
New Sarpy Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Grades: PK-2
| 402 students
Rank: #44.
Destrehan High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Wildcat Ln
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Grades: 9-12
| 1,382 students
Destrehan, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
13292 River Rd
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-7535
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-7535
Grades: PK
| n/a students
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Grades: PK-K
| 144 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Destrehan, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Destrehan, LA include Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School, Harry M. Hurst Middle School and New Sarpy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Destrehan, LA?
4 public schools are located in Destrehan, LA.
What percentage of students in Destrehan, LA go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Destrehan, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Destrehan, LA?
Destrehan, LA public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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