For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,753 students in Zachary, LA (there are , serving 267 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Zachary, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Zachary, LA are Zachary High School, Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary/middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zachary, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Zachary have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Zachary, LA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zachary High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 Bronco Lane
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2776
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2776
Gr: 9-12 | 1,784 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Zachary Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3775 Hemlock Street
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-4036
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-4036
Gr: 3-4 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 Independence Blvd.
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1288
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1288
Gr: 5-6 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5200 East Central Avenue
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-9201
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-9201
Gr: 7-8 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
4200 Rollins Road
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2786
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-2786
Gr: K | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
4488 Rollins Road
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1940
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-1940
Gr: 1-2 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
4400 Rollins Road Extension
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-6011
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 654-6011
Gr: PK | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Zachary, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Port Hudson Career Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
205 West Flanacher Rd
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-7381
Zachary, LA 70791
(225) 658-7381
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Zachary, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Zachary, LA include Zachary High School, Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary/middle School.
How many public schools are located in Zachary?
7 public schools are located in Zachary.
What percentage of students in Zachary go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Zachary are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Zachary?
Zachary public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Zachary are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Zachary include: Rollins Place Elementary School vs. Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Elementary School vs. Rollins Place Elementary School, Northwestern Elementary School vs. Zachary Elementary School
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