For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 533 students in 70445, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70445, LA are Chahta-ima Elementary School and Bayou Lacombe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70445 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70445, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70445, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chahta-ima Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27488 Pichon Road
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-7541
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-7541
Grades: PK-3
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Bayou Lacombe Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27527 St. Joseph St.
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-5416
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 882-5416
Grades: 4-6
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70445, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70445, LA include Chahta-ima Elementary School and Bayou Lacombe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70445?
2 public schools are located in 70445.
What is the racial composition of students in 70445?
70445 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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