For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,455 students in 70546, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 227 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 70546, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70546, LA are Hathaway High School, Jennings Elementary School and Jennings High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70546 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70546, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70546, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hathaway High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4040 Pine Island Highway
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Gr: PK-12 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Jennings Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1603 South Lake Arthur Ave.
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Gr: PK-6 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Jennings High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2310 N Sherman Street
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Gr: 7-12 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
70546, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
208 Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
208 East Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Gr: PK-2 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70546, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70546, LA include Hathaway High School, Jennings Elementary School and Jennings High School.
How many public schools are located in 70546?
3 public schools are located in 70546.
What percentage of students in 70546 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 70546 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70546?
70546 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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