For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 379 students in 70589, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70589, LA are Grand Prairie Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70589 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70589, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70589, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
669 Hwy. 363
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-3391
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-3391
Gr: PK-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Hwy. 10
Washington, LA 70589
(318) 826-3393
Washington, LA 70589
(318) 826-3393
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Washington Career & Technical Education Center
Vocational School
605 Buhot Street
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-7360
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-7360
Gr: 9-12
70589, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
688 Highway 10
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-3828
Washington, LA 70589
(337) 826-3828
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70589, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70589, LA include Grand Prairie Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70589?
3 public schools are located in 70589.
What is the racial composition of students in 70589?
70589 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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