For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,060 students in Destrehan, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 448 private students). 87% 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 Destrehan High 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 48% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Destrehan, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Grades: 3-5
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
Harry M. Hurst Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 57%)
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
| 732 students
Rank: #33.
Destrehan High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Wildcat Ln
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Grades: 9-12
| 1,497 students
Rank: n/an/a
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Grades: PK-2
| 425 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 Destrehan High School.
How many public schools are located in Destrehan?
4 public schools are located in Destrehan.
What percentage of students in Destrehan go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Destrehan are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Destrehan?
Destrehan public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Destrehan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Destrehan include: Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School vs. Harry M. Hurst Middle School, New Sarpy Elementary School vs. Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School, Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School vs. New Sarpy Elementary School
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