For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,724 students in 70401, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70401, LA are Hammond Eastside Magnet and Greenville Park Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70401 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70401, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70401, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hammond Eastside Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45050 River Road
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-8481
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-8481
Gr: PK-8 | 1,340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Greenville Park Leadership Academy
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 Jw Davis Drive
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-2654
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-2654
Gr: 4-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70401, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70401, LA include Hammond Eastside Magnet and Greenville Park Leadership Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70401?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70401.
What is the racial composition of students in 70401?
70401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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