For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 586 students in 70343, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70343, LA are Bourg Elementary School and Lacache Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70343 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70343, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70343, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bourg Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4413 St. Andrew Street
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 303-4804
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 303-4804
Gr: PK-4 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Lacache Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3879 Highway 24
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 303-4821
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 303-4821
Gr: 5-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecole Pointe-au-chien
Special Education School
1558 Hwy 665
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 855-8163
Bourg, LA 70343
(985) 855-8163
Gr: PK-4 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70343, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70343, LA include Bourg Elementary School and Lacache Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70343?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70343.
What is the racial composition of students in 70343?
70343 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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