For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,778 students in 70444, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70444, LA are Spring Creek Elementary School, Chesbrough 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 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), 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 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72961 Highway 1061
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8363
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Chesbrough Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
68495 Highway 1054
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-6377
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15649 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 310-2152
Gr: 6-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Jewel M. Sumner High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15841 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Gr: 9-12 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Kentwood High Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 9th Street
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Gr: 7-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70444, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70444, LA include Spring Creek Elementary School, Chesbrough 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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