For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,449 students in 70360, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA are Mulberry Elementary School, Bayou Black Elementary School and Southdown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70360 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70360, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 70360, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mulberry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
450 Cougar Drive
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4827
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4827
Grades: PK-6
| 768 students
Rank: #22.
Bayou Black Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4449 Bayou Black Drive
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 872-2460
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 872-2460
Grades: PK-6
| 177 students
Rank: #33.
Southdown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1124 St. Charles Street
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4835
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4835
Grades: PK-6
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA include Mulberry Elementary School, Bayou Black Elementary School and Southdown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70360?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70360.
What is the racial composition of students in 70360?
70360 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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