For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,318 students in 70471, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70471, LA are Pontchartrain Elementary School and Tchefuncte Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70471 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70471, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70471, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pontchartrain Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 West Causeway Approach
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-3748
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-3748
Gr: PK-3 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Tchefuncte Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1530 West Causeway Approach
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-7118
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-7118
Gr: 4-6 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70471, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70471, LA include Pontchartrain Elementary School and Tchefuncte Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70471?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70471.
What is the racial composition of students in 70471?
70471 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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