For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,513 students in 70043, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 462 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 70043, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70043, LA are Lacoste Elementary School, Chalmette High School and Andrew Jackson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70043 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70043, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70043, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lacoste Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1625 Missouri Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Chalmette High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 East Judge Perez Dr.
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-2600
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Andrew Jackson Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 8th Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Chalmette Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 East Chalmette Circle
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4004 Paris Rd
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
C.f. Rowley Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70043, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70043, LA include Lacoste Elementary School, Chalmette High School and Andrew Jackson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70043?
6 public schools are located in 70043.
What percentage of students in 70043 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 70043 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70043?
70043 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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