For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,499 students in 70001, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70001, LA is East Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70001 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70001, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70001 have a Graduation Rate of 55%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Jefferson High School, with 55% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70001, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Jefferson High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Phlox Street
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 888-7171
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 888-7171
Gr: 9-12 | 1,499 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70001, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70001, LA include East Jefferson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70001?
1 public high schools are located in 70001.
What is the racial composition of students in 70001?
70001 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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