For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,405 students in 70056, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70056, LA are George Cox Elementary School, Paul J. Solis Elementary School and Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70056 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70056, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70056, LA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Cox Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2630 Belle Chasse Highway
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 394-5890
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 394-5890
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Paul J. Solis Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2850 Mt. Laurel Drive
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 392-7867
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 392-7867
Gr: PK-5 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
950 Behrman Highway
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 393-8732
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 393-8732
Gr: PK-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Terrytown Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 East Forest Lawn Drive
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 376-8928
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 376-8928
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70056, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70056, LA include George Cox Elementary School, Paul J. Solis Elementary School and Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70056?
4 public preschools are located in 70056.
What is the racial composition of students in 70056?
70056 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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