For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,608 students in 70785, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 21 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 70785, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70785, LA are Walker High School, North Corbin Junior High School and South Walker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70785 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70785, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70785, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12646 Burgess Avenue
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-4825
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-4825
Gr: 9-12 | 2,006 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
North Corbin Junior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32725 North Corbin Road
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 686-2038
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 686-2038
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
South Walker Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13745 Milton Lane
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 665-0446
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 665-0446
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
North Corbin Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32645 North Corbin
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 686-9169
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 686-9169
Gr: PK-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Levi Milton Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31450 Walker North Road
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-9711
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-9711
Gr: PK-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Walker Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13443 Burgess Ave.
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-0243
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 664-0243
Gr: 6-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13327 Wildcat Drive
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 665-5534
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 665-5534
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Livingston Parish Literacy & Technology Center
Vocational School
9261 Florida Blvd.
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 667-5268
Walker, LA 70785
(225) 667-5268
Gr: 6-12
70785, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pine Ridge School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
30228 Travis St
Walker, LA 70785
(225) -66-4-48
Walker, LA 70785
(225) -66-4-48
Gr: 5-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70785, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70785, LA include Walker High School, North Corbin Junior High School and South Walker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70785?
8 public schools are located in 70785.
What percentage of students in 70785 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 70785 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70785?
70785 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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