For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,642 students in 70546, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70546, LA are Hathaway High School and Jennings Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70546 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70546, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70546, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hathaway High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4040 Pine Island Highway
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Gr: PK-12 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Jennings Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1603 South Lake Arthur Ave.
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Gr: PK-6 | 1,033 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
70546, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
208 Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
208 East Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Gr: PK-2 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70546, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70546, LA include Hathaway High School and Jennings Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70546?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70546.
What is the racial composition of students in 70546?
70546 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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