For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,864 students in 70802, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70802, LA are Madison Preparatory Academy, Mckinley Senior High School and Idea Bridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70802 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison Preparatory Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public High Schools (2026-27)
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.
Mckinley Senior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 East Mckinley
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-7696
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-7696
Gr: 9-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
1000 North 23rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Gr: 9-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana School For The Deaf
Special Education School
2888 Brightside Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 757-3651
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 757-3651
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
70802, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1222 East Buchanan
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
1000 N. 23rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Boys (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Girls (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Children's Charter Middle School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1143 North St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Children's Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1143 North Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Gr: PK-5
East Baton Rouge Arts And Technology School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
101 Saint Ferdinand Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Gr: 9-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
1650 North Acadian Thruway Eas
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Gr: K-5 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
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%
Louisiana School For The Visually Impaired (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1120 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
408 East Polk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Gr: PK-5 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1120 Government Street-bldg. B
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
408 East Polk Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Gr: 4-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70802, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70802, LA include Madison Preparatory Academy, Mckinley Senior High School and Idea Bridge.
How many public high schools are located in 70802?
6 public high schools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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