For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,159 students in 70094, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70094, LA are Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, Riverside Alternative High School and Strehle Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70094 have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 93% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70094, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70094 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70094, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
701 Churchill Pkwy
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 838-2249
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 838-2249
Gr: 6-12 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3225 River Road
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 437-3050
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 437-3050
Gr: 1-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Strehle Community School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
178 Millie Drive
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 831-0316
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 831-0316
Gr: 8-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
70094, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
178 Millie Drive
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-1920
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-1920
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
300 Fourth Street
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-1351
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-1351
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
220 Acadia Drive
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 431-7924
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 431-7924
Gr: PK-5 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
1805 Bridge City Avenue
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-4626
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-4626
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
7121 River Rd
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-8336
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-8336
Gr: PK-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Riverside Alternative High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
3225 River Road
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 437-3054
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 437-3054
Gr: K-12
1525 Spruce Street
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-6517
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-6517
Gr: PK-5
Waggaman Alternative School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
6801 River Rd
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-1304
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 436-1304
Gr: K-6 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70094, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70094, LA include Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, Riverside Alternative High School and Strehle Community School.
How many public high schools are located in 70094?
3 public high schools are located in 70094.
What is the racial composition of students in 70094?
70094 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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