For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,350 students in 70121, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70121, LA are Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jefferson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70121 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1108 Shrewsbury
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 733-8201
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 733-8201
Gr: PK-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70121, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70121, LA include Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jefferson School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70121?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70121.
What is the racial composition of students in 70121?
70121 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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