For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,140 students in 70577, LA (there are , serving 26 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 70577, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70577, LA are Port Barre Elementary School, Port Barre High School and Port Barre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70577 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70577, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70577, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Port Barre Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
199 O G Track Rd.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-6172
Gr: PK-4 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Port Barre High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
846 Saizan St.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Port Barre Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
846 Saizan St.
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Port Barre, LA 70577
(337) 585-7256
Gr: 5-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70577, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70577, LA include Port Barre Elementary School, Port Barre High School and Port Barre Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70577?
3 public schools are located in 70577.
What percentage of students in 70577 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 70577 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70577?
70577 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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