For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,554 students in 70583, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 316 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 70583, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70583, LA are L. Leo Judice Elementary School, J. Wallace James Elementary School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70583 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70583, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70583, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L. Leo Judice Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5801 Cameron Street
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7710
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7710
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
J. Wallace James Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 W. Willow St.
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7700
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
912 Delhomme Ave
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7820
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7820
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Marie Street
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7930
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7930
Gr: 6-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70583, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70583, LA include L. Leo Judice Elementary School, J. Wallace James Elementary School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70583?
4 public schools are located in 70583.
What percentage of students in 70583 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 70583 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70583?
70583 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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