For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,494 students in Zachary, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 267 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Zachary, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in Zachary, LA are Zachary High School, Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary/middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zachary, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Zachary have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Zachary, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zachary High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 Bronco Lane
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2776
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2776
Gr: 9-12 | 1,726 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Zachary Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3775 Hemlock Street
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-4036
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-4036
Gr: 3-4 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 Independence Blvd.
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1288
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1288
Gr: 5-6 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5200 East Central Avenue
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-9201
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-9201
Gr: 7-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
4200 Rollins Road
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2786
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2786
Gr: K | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
4488 Rollins Road
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1940
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1940
Gr: 1-2 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
4400 Rollins Road Extension
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-6011
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-6011
Gr: PK | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Zachary, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Port Hudson Career Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
205 West Flanacher Rd
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-7381
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-7381
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Zachary, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Zachary, LA include Zachary High School, Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary/middle School.
How many public schools are located in Zachary?
7 public schools are located in Zachary.
What percentage of students in Zachary go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Zachary are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Zachary?
Zachary public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Zachary are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Zachary include: Rollins Place Elementary School vs. Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Elementary School vs. Rollins Place Elementary School, Zachary Elementary School vs. Northwestern Elementary School
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