For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,778 students in 70444, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70444, LA are Chesbrough Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70444 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70444, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70444, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chesbrough Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
68495 Highway 1054
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #22.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
72961 Highway 1061
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #33.
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15649 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Grades: 6-8
| 322 students
Rank: #44.
Jewel M. Sumner High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15841 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Grades: 9-12
| 429 students
Rank: #55.
Kentwood High Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 9th Street
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Grades: 7-12
| 313 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70444, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70444, LA include Chesbrough Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70444?
5 public schools are located in 70444.
What is the racial composition of students in 70444?
70444 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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