For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,745 students in 70003, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70003, LA are Airline Park Academy 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 elementary schools in zipcode 70003 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70003, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70003, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | 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
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
Rudolph Matas School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 Elise Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Grades: PK-8
| 622 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
| 511 students
Rank: #44.
Bissonet Plaza School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6818 Kawanee Avenue
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Grades: PK-8
| 660 students
Rank: #55.
John Q. Adams Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Henican Place
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-5240
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-5240
Grades: 6-8
| 778 students
Rank: #66.
Harold Keller Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Irving Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Grades: PK-5
| 614 students
Rank: #77.
Green Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1409 North Upland Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #88.
T.h. Harris Middle School
(Math: 9% | 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
| 664 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 elementary schools in 70003, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70003, LA include Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies, Rudolph Matas School and Ralph J Bunche Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70003?
8 public elementary schools are located in 70003.
What is the racial composition of students in 70003?
70003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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