For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 579 students in 70006, LA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,672 private students). 26% of all K-12 students in 70006, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public school in 70006, LA is Alice Birney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 70006 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70006, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70006, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alice Birney Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4829 Hastings Street
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 885-1054
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 885-1054
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70006, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70006, LA include Alice Birney Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70006?
1 public schools are located in 70006.
What percentage of students in 70006 go to public school?
26% of all K-12 students in 70006 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70006?
70006 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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