For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 633 students in 70090, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70090, LA are Sixth Ward Elementary School and Vacherie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70090 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70090, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70090, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sixth Ward Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3245 Valcour Aime Street
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4640
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-4640
Gr: 4-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Vacherie Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13440 Highway 644
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-5250
Vacherie, LA 70090
(225) 258-5250
Gr: PK-3 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70090, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70090, LA include Sixth Ward Elementary School and Vacherie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70090?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70090.
What is the racial composition of students in 70090?
70090 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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