For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,483 students in 70047, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70047, LA are Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School and Harry M. Hurst Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70047 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70047, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70047, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-0123
Gr: 3-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Harry M. Hurst Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
170 Road Runner Lane
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-6367
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-6367
Gr: 6-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-1275
Gr: PK-2 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
70047, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Gr: PK-K | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70047, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70047, LA include Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School and Harry M. Hurst Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70047?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70047.
What is the racial composition of students in 70047?
70047 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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