For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 685 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70047, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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