For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,304 students in 70003, LA (there are 9 private schools, serving 3,441 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 70003, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70003, LA are Airline Park For Advanced Studies, Rudolph Matas School and Ralph J Bunche Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70003 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 70003, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70003, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Airline Park For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6201 Camphor Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
Rudolph Matas School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 Elise Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Grades: PK-8
| 587 students
Rank: #33.
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Simon Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
Rank: #44.
John Q. Adams Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Henican Place
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-5240
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-5240
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Rank: #55.
Green Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1409 North Upland Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #66.
Harold Keller Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Irving Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Grades: PK-5
| 610 students
Rank: #77.
Bissonet Plaza Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6818 Kawanee Avenue
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Grades: PK-8
| 558 students
Rank: #88.
T.h. Harris Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
911 Elise Avenue
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-0867
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-0867
Grades: 6-8
| 693 students
70003, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6201 Camphor St
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
8101 Simon Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Grades: K-8
| 429 students
Ralph J. Bunche Accelerated Academy For High School Prep (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8101 Simon St
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 737-3132
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 737-3132
Grades: 5-8
| 145 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70003, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70003, LA include Airline Park For Advanced Studies, Rudolph Matas School and Ralph J Bunche Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70003, LA?
8 public schools are located in 70003, LA.
What percentage of students in 70003, LA go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 70003, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70003, LA?
70003, LA public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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