For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,489 students in Jennings, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 227 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Jennings, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Jennings, LA are Hathaway High School, Jennings Elementary School and Jennings High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jennings, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Jennings have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Jennings, LA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hathaway High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4040 Pine Island Highway
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Grades: PK-12
| 607 students
Rank: #22.
Jennings Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1603 South Lake Arthur Ave.
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4972
Grades: PK-6
| 1,029 students
Rank: #33.
Jennings High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2310 N Sherman Street
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Grades: 7-12
| 853 students
Jennings, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
208 Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0823
Grades: 6-8
| 463 students
208 East Shankland Avenue
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1235
Grades: PK-2
| 503 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jennings, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Jennings, LA include Hathaway High School, Jennings Elementary School and Jennings High School.
How many public schools are located in Jennings?
3 public schools are located in Jennings.
What percentage of students in Jennings go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Jennings are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jennings?
Jennings public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Jennings are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jennings include: Jennings High School vs. Hathaway High School, Hathaway High School vs. Jennings High School, Jennings Elementary School vs. Hathaway High School
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