For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 774 students in 70123, LA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,528 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in 70123, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70123, LA are Harahan School and Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70123 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70123, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70123, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harahan School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6723 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-3918
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-3918
Gr: PK-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8809 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-6163
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-6163
Gr: PK-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70123, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70123, LA include Harahan School and Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School.
How many public schools are located in 70123?
2 public schools are located in 70123.
What percentage of students in 70123 go to public school?
38% of all K-12 students in 70123 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70123?
70123 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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