For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 492 students in 70591, LA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 70591, LA is Welsh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 70591 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70591, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70591, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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 elementary schools in 70591, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70591, LA include Welsh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70591?
1 public elementary schools are located in 70591.
What is the racial composition of students in 70591?
70591 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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