For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 766 students in 70591, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70591, LA are Welsh High School and Welsh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70591 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70591, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70591, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Welsh High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 East Bourgeois Street
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2361
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2361
Grades: 9-12
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Welsh Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 East Bourgeois Street
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2351
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-2351
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70591, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70591, LA include Welsh High School and Welsh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70591?
2 public schools are located in 70591.
What is the racial composition of students in 70591?
70591 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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