For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,469 students in 70005, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 70005 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70005, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70005, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
J.c. Ellis School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 Brockenbraugh Court
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1564 Lake Avenue
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70005, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70005, LA include Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies, J.c. Ellis School and Marie B. Riviere Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70005?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70005.
What is the racial composition of students in 70005?
70005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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