For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,081 students in 70452, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70452, LA are Sixth Ward Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School and Pearl River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70452 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70452, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70452, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sixth Ward Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
72360 Highway 41
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-7126
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-7126
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38480 Sullivan Drive
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-3141
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-3141
Gr: 1-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Pearl River High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
39110 Rebel Lane
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-2591
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-2591
Gr: 9-12 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Creekside Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
65434 Highway 41
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5882
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5882
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
63829 Hwy 11
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5906
Pearl River, LA 70452
(985) 863-5906
Gr: PK-K | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70452, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70452, LA include Sixth Ward Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School and Pearl River High School.
How many public schools are located in 70452?
5 public schools are located in 70452.
What is the racial composition of students in 70452?
70452 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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