For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,592 students in Harvey, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 235 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Harvey, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in Harvey, LA are Jcfa, Laureate Academy Charter School and Woodland West School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harvey, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Harvey have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harvey, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jcfa
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
475 Manhattan Blvd
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 410-3121
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 410-3121
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Laureate Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2115 Oakmere Dr
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 503-0170
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 503-0170
Gr: K-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Woodland West School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2143 Mars Street
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-5308
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-5308
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
West Jefferson High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Eighth Street
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 368-6055
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 368-6055
Gr: 9-12 | 1,438 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Rise Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3645 Lapalco Blvd.
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 328-9799
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 328-9799
Gr: 6-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Thirteenth Street
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 340-4937
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 340-4937
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Woodmere School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3191 Alex Kornman Blvd.
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 348-2410
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 348-2410
Gr: PK-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Harvey, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amikids Jefferson (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1149 Macarthur Blvd
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 328-1221
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 328-1221
Gr: 4-12 | 8 students
B. A. St. Ville Accelerated Academy For High School Prep (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1121 Pailet Ave
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-1708
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-1708
Gr: 5-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
1121 Pailet Street
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-1708
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-1708
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
2200 Lapalco Boulevard
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 367-6388
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 367-6388
Gr: 9-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
500 Maple St
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-7258
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 366-7258
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Harvey, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Harvey, LA include Jcfa, Laureate Academy Charter School and Woodland West School.
How many public schools are located in Harvey?
7 public schools are located in Harvey.
What percentage of students in Harvey go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Harvey are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harvey?
Harvey public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harvey are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harvey include: Jcfa vs. West Jefferson High School, West Jefferson High School vs. Jcfa
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