For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 608 students in 70005, LA.
The top ranked public middle school in 70005, LA is J.c. Ellis School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70005 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70005, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70005, LA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 70005, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70005, LA include J.c. Ellis School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70005?
1 public middle schools are located in 70005.
What is the racial composition of students in 70005?
70005 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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