For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 274 students in 70591, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70591, LA is Welsh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70591 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70591, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70591 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Welsh High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70591, LA Public High Schools (2025)
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 | 274 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70591, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70591, LA include Welsh High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70591?
1 public high schools are located in 70591.
What is the racial composition of students in 70591?
70591 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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