For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,243 students in 70452, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 70452, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70452, LA are Sixth Ward Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School and Pearl River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70452 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70452, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70452, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sixth Ward Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
72360 Highway 41
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-7126
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-7126
Gr: PK-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38480 Sullivan Drive
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-3141
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-3141
Gr: 1-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Pearl River High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
39110 Rebel Lane
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-2591
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-2591
Gr: 9-12 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Creekside Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
65434 Highway 41
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5882
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5882
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
63829 Hwy 11
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5906
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5906
Gr: PK-K | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70452, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70452, LA include Sixth Ward Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School and Pearl River High School.
How many public schools are located in 70452?
5 public schools are located in 70452.
What percentage of students in 70452 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 70452 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70452?
70452 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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