Best Schools in Pearl River, Louisiana
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pearl River by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sixth Ward Elementary School
Elementary · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Creekside Junior High
Middle · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pearl River for 2026 are Sixth Ward Elementary School (8.1/10), Creekside Junior High (7.7/10), and Riverside Elementary School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$219,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$219,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pearl River
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sixth Ward Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Creekside Junior High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Riverside Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Pearl River High School | 5.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $62,046
- Median home value
- $219,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pearl River compares
Louisiana rank
#29 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
106% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Pearl River, Louisiana
Pearl River, Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Pearl River perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pearl River is Sixth Ward Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pearl River is served by 1 school district: St. Tammany Parish. These districts collectively serve 38,794 students.
Pearl River's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,046. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 345 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 462 students · 1st–5th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 111 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 464 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 861 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Pearl River
Pearl River, Louisiana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,046
Median Home Value
$219,900
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
13,290
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
Pearl River has a median household income of $62,046. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $219,900, with a median rent of $858/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pearl River, Louisiana
How many schools are in Pearl River, Louisiana?
Pearl River has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pearl River is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Pearl River on MySchoolScout is Sixth Ward Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pearl River on MySchoolScout is Sixth Ward Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Pearl River on MySchoolScout is Creekside Junior High with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Pearl River on MySchoolScout is Pearl River High School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Pearl River, Louisiana?
Pearl River is served by 1 school district: St. Tammany Parish.
What is the education level in Pearl River, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Pearl River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The median household income in Pearl River is approximately $62,046 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pearl River, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pearl River is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pearl River, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.