For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,711 students in 70072, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70072, LA are Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School, Allen Ellender School and Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70072 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70072, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70072, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Bent Tree Lane
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-0487
Gr: PK-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Allen Ellender School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4501 East Ames Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-9469
Gr: PK-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Pine Street
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-0254
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-0254
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln School For The Arts
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Ames Blvd.
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 340-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Estelle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Barataria Boulevard
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-3727
Gr: PK-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Harry S Truman School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5417 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 341-0961
Gr: PK-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70072, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70072, LA include Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School, Allen Ellender School and Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70072?
6 public preschools are located in 70072.
What is the racial composition of students in 70072?
70072 public preschools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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