For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 584 students in 70346, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 466 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 70346, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70346, LA are Lowery Elementary School and Lowery Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70346 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70346, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70346, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowery Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2389-b Hwy 1 South
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 391-7500
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 391-7500
Gr: 3-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lowery Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2389-a Hwy 1 South
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 391-7550
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 391-7550
Gr: 6-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
70346, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amikids Donaldsonville (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1200 St Patrick St
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 474-8820
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
(225) 474-8820
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70346, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70346, LA include Lowery Elementary School and Lowery Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70346?
2 public schools are located in 70346.
What percentage of students in 70346 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 70346 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70346?
70346 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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