For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,483 students in 70360, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA are Mulberry Elementary School, Bayou Black Elementary School and Southdown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70360 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70360, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70360, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mulberry Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
450 Cougar Drive
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4827
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4827
Gr: PK-6 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Bayou Black Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4449 Bayou Black Drive
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4802
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4802
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Southdown Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 St. Charles Street
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4835
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 303-4835
Gr: PK-6 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70360, LA include Mulberry Elementary School, Bayou Black Elementary School and Southdown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70360?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70360.
What is the racial composition of students in 70360?
70360 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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