For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,022 students in 70403, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70403, LA is Hammond Westside Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70403 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70403, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70403, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hammond Westside Montessori
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Westpark Avenue
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 345-7233
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 345-7233
Gr: PK-8 | 1,022 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
70403, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2500 Westpark Ave
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 345-6587
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 345-6587
Gr: PK-3 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
43052 Yokum Road
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 218-0179
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 218-0179
Gr: K-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70403, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70403, LA include Hammond Westside Montessori.
How many public middle schools are located in 70403?
1 public middle schools are located in 70403.
What is the racial composition of students in 70403?
70403 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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