For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,554 students in 70583, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70583, LA are L. Leo Judice Elementary School, J. Wallace James Elementary School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70583 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70583, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70583, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L. Leo Judice Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5801 Cameron Street
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7710
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7710
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
J. Wallace James Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 W. Willow St.
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7700
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
912 Delhomme Ave
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7820
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7820
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Marie Street
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7930
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 521-7930
Gr: 6-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70583, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70583, LA include L. Leo Judice Elementary School, J. Wallace James Elementary School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70583?
4 public elementary schools are located in 70583.
What is the racial composition of students in 70583?
70583 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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