For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 654 students in 70786, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70786, LA is Live Oak Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70786 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70786, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70786, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Live Oak Junior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35086 Hwy 16 Spur
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-4195
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-4195
Gr: 7-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70786, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70786, LA include Live Oak Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70786?
1 public middle schools are located in 70786.
What is the racial composition of students in 70786?
70786 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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