For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 631 students in 70801, LA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70801, LA are Helix Mentorship Steam Academy and Helix Legal Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 70801 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public charter school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 35% statewide average). Charter schools in 70801, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public charter school average of 79% (majority Black).
Best 70801, LA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helix Mentorship Steam Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 346-5180
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 346-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Helix Legal Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 773-4925
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 773-4925
Gr: 6-8 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 70801, LA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70801, LA include Helix Mentorship Steam Academy and Helix Legal Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 70801?
2 public charter schools are located in 70801.
What is the racial composition of students in 70801?
70801 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public charter schools average of 79% (majority Black).
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