For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 745 students in 70342, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70342, LA are Berwick Elementary School and Berwick Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70342 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70342, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70342, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Texas Street
Berwick, LA 70342
(985) 384-8355
Berwick, LA 70342
(985) 384-8355
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Berwick Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3955 Bourgeois Drive
Berwick, LA 70342
(985) 384-5664
Berwick, LA 70342
(985) 384-5664
Gr: 6-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70342, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70342, LA include Berwick Elementary School and Berwick Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70342?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70342.
What is the racial composition of students in 70342?
70342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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