For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 504 students in 70801, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 70801, LA is Helix Mentorship Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70801 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70801, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70801 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Helix Mentorship Steam Academy, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70801, LA Public High Schools (2026-27)
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%
70801, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70801, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70801, LA include Helix Mentorship Steam Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 70801?
1 public high schools are located in 70801.
What is the racial composition of students in 70801?
70801 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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