For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,445 students in 70538, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 282 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 70538, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70538, LA are V. B. Glencoe Charter School, Franklin Senior High School and Franklin Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70538 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70538, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70538, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
V. B. Glencoe Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4491 Hwy 83
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-6932
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 923-6932
Gr: PK-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Senior High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 Cynthia Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0143
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0143
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Main Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0855
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-0855
Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
W.p. Foster Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Second Street
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1905
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1905
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Lagrange Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2129 Chatsworth Road
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1991
Franklin, LA 70538
(337) 828-1991
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70538, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70538, LA include V. B. Glencoe Charter School, Franklin Senior High School and Franklin Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 70538?
5 public schools are located in 70538.
What percentage of students in 70538 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 70538 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70538?
70538 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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