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Best 70072 Louisiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,814 students in 70072, LA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,645 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 70072, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70072, LA are Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70072 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70072, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 70072, LA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Middle/high School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2590 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 689-3665
Gr: 6-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2500 Bent Tree Lane
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Gr: PK-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Allen Ellender School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4501 East Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Gr: PK-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
L.h. Marrero Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4100 Seventh Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-5842
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
John Ehret High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4300 Patriot St.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-7651
Gr: 9-12 | 1,850 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Pine Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-0254
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln School For The Arts
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1429 Ames Blvd.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
L.w. Higgins High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7201 Lapalco Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-2273
Gr: 9-12 | 1,136 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Estelle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Barataria Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Gr: PK-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Harry S Truman School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5417 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Gr: PK-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph A. Cuillier Sr. Career Center
Vocational School
1429-b Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-6963
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 70072, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70072, LA include Fisher Middle/high School, Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School and Allen Ellender School.
How many public schools are located in 70072?
11 public schools are located in 70072.
What percentage of students in 70072 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 70072 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70072?
70072 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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