For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,864 students in 70714, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 519 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 70714, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70714, LA are Advantage Charter Academy, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School and Baker Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70714 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70714, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70714, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Advantage Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14740 Plank Road
Baker, LA 70714
(313) 534-8218
Baker, LA 70714
(313) 534-8218
Gr: K-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Baker Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5903 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1493
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1493
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Baker High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1259
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1259
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Baker Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Groom Rd
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Geo Prep Baker
Charter School
13855 Plank Rd
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 533-6829
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 533-6829
Gr: K-3 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
70714, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Baker Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
6009 Groom Rd
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 774-9055
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 774-9055
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
2550 South Street
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-0550
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70714, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70714, LA include Advantage Charter Academy, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School and Baker Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70714?
6 public schools are located in 70714.
What percentage of students in 70714 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 70714 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70714?
70714 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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