For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,571 students in 70447, LA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 70447, LA is Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70447 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70447, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70447, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
133 Pine Creek Drive
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 792-0156
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 792-0156
Grades: 3-6
| 1,466 students
Rank: n/an/a
317 Highway 1077
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 845-3671
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 845-3671
Grades: PK-2
| 1,105 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70447, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70447, LA include Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70447?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70447.
What is the racial composition of students in 70447?
70447 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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