For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,268 students in 70065, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70065, LA are A.c. Alexander School, Chateau Estates School and G.t. Woods School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70065 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70065, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70065, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A.c. Alexander School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 West Esplanade Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Gr: PK-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Chateau Estates School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4121 Medoc Drive
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Gr: PK-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
G.t. Woods School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1037 31st Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Tom Benson School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3315 Maine Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Gr: PK-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
70065, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Martyn Academy For Career Preparation (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2801 Bruin Dr
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 831-0316
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 831-0316
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70065, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70065, LA include A.c. Alexander School, Chateau Estates School and G.t. Woods School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70065?
4 public middle schools are located in 70065.
What is the racial composition of students in 70065?
70065 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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