For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 4,414 students in Marrero, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marrero, LA are Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marrero, LA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Marrero have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Marrero, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Middle/high School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2590 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 689-3665
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 689-3665
Gr: 6-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Bent Tree Lane
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Gr: PK-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Allen Ellender School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4501 East Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Gr: PK-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
L.h. Marrero Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Seventh Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-5842
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-5842
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln School For The Arts
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Ames Blvd.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Estelle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Barataria Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Gr: PK-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Harry S Truman School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5417 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Gr: PK-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Marrero, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Douglass Academy For Career Preparation (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
4300 Patriot St
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
2820 Mt Kennedy Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2001 Bonnie Ann Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Marrero, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marrero, LA include Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School.
How many public middle schools are located in Marrero?
7 public middle schools are located in Marrero.
What is the racial composition of students in Marrero?
Marrero public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Marrero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Marrero include: Harry S Truman School vs. L.h. Marrero Middle School, L.h. Marrero Middle School vs. Harry S Truman School, Estelle School vs. Allen Ellender School
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