For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,030 students in 70053, LA.
The top ranked public preschools in 70053, LA are Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies, Ruppel Academie Francaise and William Hart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70053 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70053, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70053, LA Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
701 Amelia Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3582
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #22.
Ruppel Academie Francaise
Magnet School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
815 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 361-8905
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 361-8905
Grades: PK-6
| 230 students
Rank: #33.
William Hart Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Hancock Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-4346
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-4346
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #44.
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1130 Gretna Boulevard
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-1660
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-1660
Grades: PK-5
| 694 students
Rank: #55.
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Jefferson Street
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 362-9929
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 362-9929
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
70053, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1400 Huey P. Long Avenue
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 374-6010
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 374-6010
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
815 Huey P. Long Avenue
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 349-7768
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 349-7768
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 70053, LA?
The top ranked public preschools in 70053, LA include Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies, Ruppel Academie Francaise and William Hart Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70053?
5 public preschools are located in 70053.
What is the racial composition of students in 70053?
70053 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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