For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 259 students in 70402, LA.
The top ranked public school in 70402, LA is Southeastern La University Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 70402 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70402, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70402, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southeastern La University Lab School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 North General Pershing
Hammond, LA 70402
(985) 549-2185
Hammond, LA 70402
(985) 549-2185
Grades: PK-8
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70402, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70402, LA include Southeastern La University Lab School.
How many public schools are located in 70402?
1 public schools are located in 70402.
What is the racial composition of students in 70402?
70402 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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