For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 546 students in 70559, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70559, LA are Morse Elementary School and Midland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70559 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70559, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70559, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morse Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Wisconsin Street
Morse, LA 70559
(337) 783-5391
Morse, LA 70559
(337) 783-5391
Gr: PK-7 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Midland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
735 South Crocker
Morse, LA 70559
(337) 783-3310
Morse, LA 70559
(337) 783-3310
Gr: 8-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70559, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70559, LA include Morse Elementary School and Midland High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70559?
2 public middle schools are located in 70559.
What is the racial composition of students in 70559?
70559 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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