Best 70062 Louisiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,835 students in 70062, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70062, LA are Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and John James Audubon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70062 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70062, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).

Best 70062, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2504 Maine Avenue
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-12 | 2,263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
John James Audubon School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 West Loyola Drive
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 466-0525
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70062, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70062, LA include Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and John James Audubon School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70062?
2 public middle schools are located in 70062.
What is the racial composition of students in 70062?
70062 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).

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