For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 476 students in 70655, LA (there are , serving 31 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 70655, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70655, LA are Oberlin Elementary School and Oberlin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70655 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70655, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70655, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oberlin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 South 4th Street
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-2241
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-2241
Grades: PK-6
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Oberlin High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
#1 Tiger Lane
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-4341
Oberlin, LA 70655
(337) 639-4341
Grades: 7-12
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70655, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70655, LA include Oberlin Elementary School and Oberlin High School.
How many public schools are located in 70655?
2 public schools are located in 70655.
What percentage of students in 70655 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 70655 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70655?
70655 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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