For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,932 students in 70802, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70802, LA are Belfair Montessori School, Mckinley Middle Magnet School and Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belfair Montessori School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4451 Fairfields Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1550 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 388-0089
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 388-0089
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2680 Bogan Walk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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
434 East Polk Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-2328
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-2328
Gr: 6-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
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
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 middle schools in 70802, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70802, LA include Belfair Montessori School, Mckinley Middle Magnet School and Park Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70802?
8 public middle schools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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