Best 70002 Louisiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,551 students in 70002, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70002, LA are Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies and J.d. Meisler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70002 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70002, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).

Best 70002, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4301 Grace King Place
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 837-8300
Gr: 6-12 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
J.d. Meisler Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3700 Cleary Avenue
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-5832
Gr: 6-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70002, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70002, LA include Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies and J.d. Meisler Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70002?
2 public middle schools are located in 70002.
What is the racial composition of students in 70002?
70002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).

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