For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,536 students in Marrero, LA (there are , serving 2,268 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Marrero, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marrero, LA are Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marrero, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Marrero have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marrero, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Middle/high School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2590 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 689-3665
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 689-3665
Gr: 6-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Bent Tree Lane
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Gr: PK-8 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Allen Ellender School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4501 East Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Gr: PK-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
L.h. Marrero Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Seventh Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-5842
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-5842
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
John Ehret High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Patriot St.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-7651
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-7651
Gr: 9-12 | 2,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Pine Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-0254
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-0254
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln School For The Arts
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Ames Blvd.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
L.w. Higgins High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Lapalco Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-2273
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-2273
Gr: 9-12 | 1,197 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Estelle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Barataria Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Gr: PK-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1010.
Harry S Truman School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5417 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Gr: PK-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph A. Cuillier Sr. Career Center
Vocational School
1429-b Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-6963
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-6963
Gr: 9-12
Marrero, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Douglass Academy For Career Preparation (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
4300 Patriot St
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
2820 Mt Kennedy Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2001 Bonnie Ann Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marrero, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Marrero, LA include Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School.
How many public schools are located in Marrero?
11 public schools are located in Marrero.
What percentage of students in Marrero go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Marrero are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marrero?
Marrero public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Marrero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marrero include: L.w. Higgins High School vs. John Ehret High School, Harry S Truman School vs. L.h. Marrero Middle School, John Ehret High School vs. L.w. Higgins High School
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