For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,661 students in 70002, LA (there are 4 private schools, serving 691 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 70002, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70002, LA are Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies and J.d. Meisler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70002 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70002, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70002, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4301 Grace King Place
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 837-8300
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 837-8300
Grades: 6-12
| 900 students
Rank: #22.
J.d. Meisler Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Cleary Avenue
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-5832
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-5832
Grades: 6-8
| 761 students
70002, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4301 Grace King Place
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-7334
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-7334
Grades: 9-12
| 1,463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70002, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70002, LA include Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies and J.d. Meisler Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70002?
2 public schools are located in 70002.
What percentage of students in 70002 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 70002 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70002?
70002 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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