For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,808 students in Kenner, LA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,024 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Kenner, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in Kenner, LA are Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, A.c. Alexander School and Chateau Estates School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kenner, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Kenner have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kenner, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2504 Maine Avenue
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 233-4720
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-12 | 2,263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
A.c. Alexander School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 West Esplanade Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Gr: PK-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Chateau Estates School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4121 Medoc Drive
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Gr: PK-8 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
26 Earnest Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1236
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1236
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
John Clancy/joseph Maggiore Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Maine Street
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 469-3664
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 469-3664
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
John James Audubon School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 West Loyola Drive
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 466-0525
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 466-0525
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Bruin Drive
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-4565
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-4565
Gr: 9-12 | 2,376 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Greenlawn Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 38th Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 468-1016
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 468-1016
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
G.t. Woods School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1037 31st Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Gr: PK-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Tom Benson School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3315 Maine Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Kenner, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Martyn Academy For Career Preparation (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2801 Bruin Dr
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 831-0316
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 831-0316
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
606 Clay Street
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 464-9111
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 464-9111
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kenner, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Kenner, LA include Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, A.c. Alexander School and Chateau Estates School.
How many public schools are located in Kenner?
10 public schools are located in Kenner.
What percentage of students in Kenner go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Kenner are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kenner?
Kenner public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Kenner are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kenner include: John James Audubon School vs. A.c. Alexander School, G.t. Woods School vs. A.c. Alexander School, Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School vs. Chateau Estates School
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