For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 892 students in 70056, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70056, LA are Jcfa and Jefferson Rise Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70056 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 70056, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70056 have a Graduation Rate of 48%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson Rise Charter School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70056, LA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jcfa
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2106 Deerfield Road
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 410-3121
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 410-3121
Grades: 9-12
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Rise Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 Lapalco Blvd
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 410-5905
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 410-5905
Grades: 6-12
| 716 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70056, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70056, LA include Jcfa and Jefferson Rise Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 70056?
2 public high schools are located in 70056.
What is the racial composition of students in 70056?
70056 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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