For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,141 students in 70538, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70538, LA are V. B. Glencoe Charter School, Franklin Junior High School and W.p. Foster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70538 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70538, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70538, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
V. B. Glencoe Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4491 Hwy 83
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-6932
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-6932
Gr: PK-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Main Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0855
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0855
Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
W.p. Foster Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Second Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1905
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1905
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Lagrange Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2129 Chatsworth Road
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1991
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1991
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
70538, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1400 Willow Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1423
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1423
Gr: PK-5
St. Mary Parish Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
131 Clausen Rd South
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 836-9388
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 836-9388
Gr: 1-12
264 Hwy. 318
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-7722
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-7722
Gr: PK-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70538, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70538, LA include V. B. Glencoe Charter School, Franklin Junior High School and W.p. Foster Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70538?
4 public elementary schools are located in 70538.
What is the racial composition of students in 70538?
70538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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