For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 732 students in 70047, LA.
The top ranked public middle school in 70047, LA is Harry M. Hurst Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70047 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70047, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70047, LA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 middle schools in 70047, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70047, LA include Harry M. Hurst Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70047?
1 public middle schools are located in 70047.
What is the racial composition of students in 70047?
70047 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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