For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,050 students in 70438, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70438, LA are Pine School and Franklinton Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70438 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70438, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70438, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28315 Highway 424
Franklinton, LA 70438
(985) 848-5243
Franklinton, LA 70438
(985) 848-5243
Gr: 6-12 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Franklinton Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
617 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
(985) 839-3501
Franklinton, LA 70438
(985) 839-3501
Gr: 7-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70438, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70438, LA include Pine School and Franklinton Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70438?
2 public middle schools are located in 70438.
What is the racial composition of students in 70438?
70438 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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