For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,925 students in 70053, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70053, LA are Gretna No. 2 For Advanced Studies, Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies and Ruppel Academie Francaise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70053 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70053, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70053, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gretna No. 2 For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
701 Amelia Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17 Gretna Blvd.
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 363-4300
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 363-4300
Grades: 6-12
| 551 students
Rank: #33.
Ruppel Academie Francaise
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
815 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 361-8905
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 361-8905
Grades: PK-4
| 176 students
Rank: #44.
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1130 Gretna Boulevard
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-1660
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-1660
Grades: PK-5
| 689 students
Rank: #55.
Gretna Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
910 Gretna Boulevard
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-0120
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-0120
Grades: 6-8
| 549 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Jefferson Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 362-9929
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 362-9929
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
William Hart Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Hancock Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-4346
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-4346
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students
70053, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1400 Huey P. Long Avenue
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 374-6010
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 374-6010
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
815 Huey P. Long Avenue
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 349-7768
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 349-7768
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70053, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70053, LA include Gretna No. 2 For Advanced Studies, Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies and Ruppel Academie Francaise.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70053, LA?
7 public elementary schools are located in 70053, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in 70053, LA?
70053, LA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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