For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,551 students in 70002, LA.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 70002 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70002, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70002, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-12 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
J.d. Meisler Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Cleary Avenue
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-5832
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-5832
Gr: 6-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
70002, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4301 Grace King Place
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-7334
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-7334
Gr: 9-12 | 1,463 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70002, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70002, LA include Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies and J.d. Meisler Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70002?
2 public middle schools are located in 70002.
What is the racial composition of students in 70002?
70002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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