For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,642 students in 70117, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70117, LA are Kipp Leadership and Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School For Sci Technical. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70117 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70117, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70117, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Leadership
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 St. Claude Ave
New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 308-3359
New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 308-3359
Gr: PK-8 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School For Sci Technical
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1617 Fats Domino Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 308-3371
New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 308-3371
Gr: PK-12 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70117, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70117, LA include Kipp Leadership and Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School For Sci Technical.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70117?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70117.
What is the racial composition of students in 70117?
70117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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