For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 442 students in 70655, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 70655, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70655, LA are Oberlin High School and Oberlin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70655 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70655, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70655, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oberlin High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
#1 Tiger Lane
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-4341
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-4341
Gr: 7-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Oberlin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 South 4th Street
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-2241
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-2241
Gr: PK-6 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70655, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70655, LA include Oberlin High School and Oberlin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70655?
2 public schools are located in 70655.
What percentage of students in 70655 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 70655 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70655?
70655 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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