For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,497 students in 70047, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 70047, LA is Destrehan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70047 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70047, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70047 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Destrehan High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70047, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Destrehan High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Wildcat Ln
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 764-9946
Gr: 9-12 | 1,497 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
70047, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
130 Plantation Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Destrehan, LA 70047
(985) 725-1429
Gr: PK-K | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70047, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70047, LA include Destrehan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70047?
1 public high schools are located in 70047.
What is the racial composition of students in 70047?
70047 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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