For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 402 students in 70041, LA.
The top ranked public school in 70041, LA is South Plaquemines High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 70041 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70041, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70041, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Plaquemines High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34121 Highway 23
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 595-6435
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 595-6435
Gr: 7-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
70041, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Wildcat Drive
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-9435
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-9435
Gr: PK-12 | 856 students Minority enrollment: 39%
34158 Highway 11 North
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-7721
Buras, LA 70041
(504) 657-7721
Gr: 6-8 | 273 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70041, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70041, LA include South Plaquemines High School.
How many public schools are located in 70041?
1 public schools are located in 70041.
What is the racial composition of students in 70041?
70041 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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