For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 649 students in 70043, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70043, LA are Andrew Jackson Middle School and C.f. Rowley Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70043 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70043, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70043, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Andrew Jackson Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 8th Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
C.f. Rowley Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
49 Madison Avenue
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 301-4001
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70043, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70043, LA include Andrew Jackson Middle School and C.f. Rowley Alternative School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70043?
2 public middle schools are located in 70043.
What is the racial composition of students in 70043?
70043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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