For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,303 students in 70003, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70003, LA are Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies, Rudolph Matas School and Ralph J Bunche Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70003 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70003, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70003, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6201 Camphor Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 888-0969
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Rudolph Matas School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 Elise Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 733-6200
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8101 Simon Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Bissonet Plaza School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6818 Kawanee Avenue
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-0470
Gr: PK-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Harold Keller Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Irving Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 887-3836
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Green Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1409 North Upland Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 466-0205
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
70003, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8101 Simon Street
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 934-4875
Gr: K-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Ralph J. Bunche Accelerated Academy For High School Prep (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8101 Simon St
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 737-3132
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 737-3132
Gr: 5-8 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70003, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70003, LA include Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies, Rudolph Matas School and Ralph J Bunche Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70003?
6 public preschools are located in 70003.
What is the racial composition of students in 70003?
70003 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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