For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,278 students in 70090, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70090, LA are Vacherie Elementary School, St. James High School and Sixth Ward Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70090 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70090, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70090, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vacherie Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13440 Highway 644
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-5250
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-5250
Grades: PK-3
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
St. James High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22187 Hwy 20
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4900
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4900
Grades: 7-12
| 616 students
Rank: #33.
Sixth Ward Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3245 Valcour Aime Street
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4640
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4640
Grades: 4-6
| 275 students
70090, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3125 Valcour Aime Street
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 265-4215
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 265-4215
Grades: 7-8
| 148 students
19177 Hwy 643
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 265-7747
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 265-7747
Grades: PK-1
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70090, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70090, LA include Vacherie Elementary School, St. James High School and Sixth Ward Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70090?
3 public schools are located in 70090.
What is the racial composition of students in 70090?
70090 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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