For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 2,321 students in 70802, LA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70802, LA are Madison Preparatory Academy, Csal Elementary School and Community School For Apprenticeship Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Louisiana public charter school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 35% statewide average). Charter schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public charter school average of 79% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1555 Madison Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 636-5863
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 636-5863
Gr: 9-12 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Csal Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1705 Madison Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 412-9900
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 412-9900
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #33.
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1555 Madison Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 336-1410
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 336-1410
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Idea Bridge
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Airway Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Gr: K-12 | 1,122 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
70802, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Idea Innovation (Closed)
Charter School
7800 Innovation Park Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Gr: K-12 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 70802, LA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70802, LA include Madison Preparatory Academy, Csal Elementary School and Community School For Apprenticeship Learning.
How many public charter schools are located in 70802?
4 public charter schools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public charter schools average of 79% (majority Black).
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