For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,428 students in 70065, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 662 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 70065, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70065, LA are A.c. Alexander School, Chateau Estates School and Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70065 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70065, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70065, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A.c. Alexander School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 West Esplanade Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 469-7326
Gr: PK-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Chateau Estates School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4121 Medoc Drive
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 464-5662
Gr: PK-8 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
26 Earnest Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1236
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1236
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Bruin Drive
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-4565
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-4565
Gr: 9-12 | 2,376 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Greenlawn Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 38th Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 468-1016
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 468-1016
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
G.t. Woods School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1037 31st Street
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 466-6252
Gr: PK-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Tom Benson School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3315 Maine Avenue
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 443-1361
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70065, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70065, LA include A.c. Alexander School, Chateau Estates School and Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70065?
7 public schools are located in 70065.
What percentage of students in 70065 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 70065 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70065?
70065 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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