For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,611 students in 70043, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA are Lacoste Elementary School, Andrew Jackson Middle School and Chalmette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70043 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70043, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70043, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lacoste Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1625 Missouri Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Andrew Jackson Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 8th Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Chalmette Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 East Chalmette Circle
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4004 Paris Rd
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Gr: PK-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
C.f. Rowley Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Gr: 6-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
70043, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1000
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1000
Gr: K-5 | 571 students Minority enrollment: 51%
1100 East Judge Perez Drive
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 613-5301
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 613-5301
Gr: PK-12 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA include Lacoste Elementary School, Andrew Jackson Middle School and Chalmette Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70043?
5 public elementary schools are located in 70043.
What is the racial composition of students in 70043?
70043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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