For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,195 students in 70737, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70737, LA are Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70737 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70737, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70737, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Primary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41469 La Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7700
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7700
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
Duplessis Primary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38101 Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6650
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6650
Grades: PK-5
| 620 students
Rank: #33.
Central Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14101 Roddy Road
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: #44.
Pecan Grove Primary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1712 South Pecan Grove Avenue
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7450
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7450
Grades: PK-5
| 571 students
Rank: #55.
Gonzales Primary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
521 North Burnside Avenue
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6700
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #66.
G. W. Carver Primary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11310 Legacy Oaks Lane
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6800
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 622 students
Rank: #77.
Gonzales Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1502 West Orice Roth Street
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Grades: 6-8
| 746 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70737, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70737, LA include Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70737, LA?
7 public elementary schools are located in 70737, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in 70737, LA?
70737, LA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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