For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,571 students in 70005, LA (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,931 private students). 35% of all K-12 students in 70005, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70005, LA are Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies, J.c. Ellis School and Marie B. Riviere Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70005 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70005, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70005, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
201 Metairie Road
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Rank: #22.
J.c. Ellis School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 Brockenbraugh Court
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Grades: PK-8
| 608 students
Rank: #33.
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1564 Lake Avenue
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Grades: PK-5
| 586 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70005, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70005, LA include Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies, J.c. Ellis School and Marie B. Riviere Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70005?
3 public schools are located in 70005.
What percentage of students in 70005 go to public school?
35% of all K-12 students in 70005 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70005?
70005 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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