For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,469 students in 70005, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70005, LA are Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies, J.c. Ellis School and Marie B. Riviere Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70005 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70005, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70005, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
201 Metairie Road
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-5539
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
J.c. Ellis School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 Brockenbraugh Court
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 833-7254
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1564 Lake Avenue
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Metairie, LA 70005
(504) 835-8439
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70005, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70005, LA include Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies, J.c. Ellis School and Marie B. Riviere Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70005?
3 public preschools are located in 70005.
What is the racial composition of students in 70005?
70005 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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