For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,501 students in 70454, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 70454, LA is Champ Cooper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70454 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70454, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70454, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Champ Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
42530 Highway 445
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 542-6182
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 542-6182
Gr: PK-8 | 1,163 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
350 West Ash Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 386-9734
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 386-9734
Gr: PK-K | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70454, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70454, LA include Champ Cooper Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70454?
2 public preschools are located in 70454.
What is the racial composition of students in 70454?
70454 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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