For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 470 students in 70653, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 70653, LA is Merryville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70653 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70653, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70653 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Merryville High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70653, LA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merryville High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7061 Highway 110 West
Merryville, LA 70653
(337) 825-8046
Merryville, LA 70653
(337) 825-8046
Gr: PK-12 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
70653, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6249 Highway 109
Merryville, LA 70653
(337) 786-6722
Merryville, LA 70653
(337) 786-6722
Gr: PK-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70653, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70653, LA include Merryville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70653?
1 public high schools are located in 70653.
What is the racial composition of students in 70653?
70653 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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