For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 396 students in 70049, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70049, LA are West St. John Elementary School (K-7) and West St. John High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70049 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70049, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70049, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West St. John Elementary School (K-7)
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2555 La Hwy. 18
Edgard, LA 70049
(985) 497-3347
Edgard, LA 70049
(985) 497-3347
Gr: PK-7 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #22.
West St. John High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
480 La Hwy 3127
Edgard, LA 70049
(985) 497-3271
Edgard, LA 70049
(985) 497-3271
Gr: 8-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70049, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70049, LA include West St. John Elementary School (K-7) and West St. John High School.
How many public schools are located in 70049?
2 public schools are located in 70049.
What is the racial composition of students in 70049?
70049 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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