For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 762 students in 70591, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70591, LA are Welsh High School and Welsh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70591 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70591, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70591, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Welsh High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 East Bourgeois Street
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2361
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2361
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Welsh Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 East Bourgeois Street
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2351
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2351
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70591, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70591, LA include Welsh High School and Welsh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70591?
2 public schools are located in 70591.
What is the racial composition of students in 70591?
70591 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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