For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,712 students in 70043, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA are Lacoste Elementary School, Andrew Jackson Middle School and Chalmette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70043 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70043, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 70043, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lacoste Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1625 Missouri Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-5747
Grades: PK-5
| 709 students
Rank: #22.
Andrew Jackson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 8th Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Grades: 6-8
| 606 students
Rank: #33.
Chalmette Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
75 East Chalmette Circle
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 304-0370
Grades: PK-5
| 511 students
Rank: #44.
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4004 Paris Rd
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 556-0900
Grades: PK-5
| 611 students
Rank: #55.
C.f. Rowley Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Grades: 6-12
| 275 students
70043, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 8th St
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1000
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1000
Grades: K-5
| 571 students
1100 East Judge Perez Drive
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 613-5301
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 613-5301
Grades: PK-12
| 948 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70043, LA include Lacoste Elementary School, Andrew Jackson Middle School and Chalmette Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70043?
5 public elementary schools are located in 70043.
What is the racial composition of students in 70043?
70043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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