For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 742 students in 70444, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70444, LA are Jewel M. Sumner High School and Kentwood High Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70444 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70444, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70444 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jewel M. Sumner High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70444, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jewel M. Sumner High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15841 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Gr: 9-12 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Kentwood High Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 9th Street
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Gr: 7-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70444, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70444, LA include Jewel M. Sumner High School and Kentwood High Magnet School.
How many public high schools are located in 70444?
2 public high schools are located in 70444.
What is the racial composition of students in 70444?
70444 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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