For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,575 students in 70072, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70072, LA are John Ehret High School and L.w. Higgins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70072 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 70072, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70072 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John Ehret High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70072, LA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Ehret High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Patriot St.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-7651
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-7651
Grades: 9-12
| 1,579 students
Rank: #22.
L.w. Higgins High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Lapalco Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-2273
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-2273
Grades: 9-12
| 996 students
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph A. Cuillier Sr. Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1429-b Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-6963
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-6963
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
70072, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Douglass Academy For Career Preparation (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
4300 Patriot St
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 368-5962
Grades: 9-12
| 108 students
2820 Mt Kennedy Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4739
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
2001 Bonnie Ann Drive
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-4941
Grades: PK-5
| 313 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70072, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70072, LA include John Ehret High School and L.w. Higgins High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70072?
3 public high schools are located in 70072.
What is the racial composition of students in 70072?
70072 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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