For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,615 students in 70737, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70737, LA are Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Pecan Grove Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70737 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70737, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70737, LA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Primary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41469 La Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7700
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Duplessis Primary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38101 Hwy 621
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6650
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6650
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Pecan Grove Primary School
(Math: 40% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
G. W. Carver Primary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11310 Legacy Oaks Lane
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6800
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Gonzales Primary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
521 North Burnside Avenue
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6700
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70737, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70737, LA include Central Primary School, Duplessis Primary School and Pecan Grove Primary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70737?
5 public preschools are located in 70737.
What is the racial composition of students in 70737?
70737 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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