For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,077 students in 70584, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70584, LA are Cankton Elementary School and Sunset Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70584 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70584, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70584, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cankton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
602 Main Street
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 668-4465
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 668-4465
Gr: PK-4 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Sunset Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
236 Church Hill St.
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 662-3194
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 662-3194
Gr: 5-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecole Saint-landry
Charter School
671 Napoleon Ave
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 359-2268
Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 359-2268
Gr: K-3 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70584, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70584, LA include Cankton Elementary School and Sunset Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70584?
3 public schools are located in 70584.
What is the racial composition of students in 70584?
70584 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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