For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,022 students in 70444, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70444, LA are Spring Creek Elementary School, Chesbrough Elementary School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70444 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70444, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70444, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72961 Highway 1061
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Chesbrough Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
68495 Highway 1054
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15649 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70444, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70444, LA include Spring Creek Elementary School, Chesbrough Elementary School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70444?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70444.
What is the racial composition of students in 70444?
70444 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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