For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,730 students in 70806, LA (there are 8 private schools, serving 3,157 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 70806, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70806, LA are Baton Rouge Magnet High School, The Dufrocq School and Geo Prep Mid-city Of Greater Baton Rouge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70806 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70806, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70806, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baton Rouge Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2825 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 383-0520
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 383-0520
Gr: 9-12 | 1,602 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
The Dufrocq School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 South 19th St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 334-7653
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 334-7653
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Geo Prep Mid-city Of Greater Baton Rouge
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 236-9333
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 236-9333
Gr: K-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Lasalle Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Lasalle
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6130
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6130
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Westdale Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Claycut Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-1308
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-1308
Gr: 6-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Basis Baton Rouge Primary Mid City
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7921 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 394-9576
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 394-9576
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 147:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Bernard Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
241 Edison Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 343-5769
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 343-5769
Gr: PK-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Melrose Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1348 Valcour St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-2353
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-2353
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Collegiate Baton Rouge
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
282 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 892-6962
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 892-6962
Gr: 9-12 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Tara High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9002 Whitehall
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6100
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,002 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Capitol Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Greenwell Springs Rd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 231-9292
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 231-9292
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3172 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Gr: K-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana Key Academy Northshore
Charter School
Privette Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Gr: 1-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy
Charter School
4962 Florida Blvd.,
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(877) 490-3596
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(877) 490-3596
Gr: K-12 | 2,303 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
70806, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Apex Collegiate Academy Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
9700 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 304-6162
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 304-6162
Gr: 6-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Baton Rouge Charter Academy At Mid-city (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 663-1057
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 663-1057
Gr: K-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1645 North Foster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 357-0139
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 357-0139
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
1645 North Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 767-1477
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 767-1477
Gr: 5-8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Laurel Oaks Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
440 N. Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 294-5490
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 294-5490
Gr: K-2 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4962 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(504) 322-7543
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(504) 322-7543
Gr: K-12 | 2,180 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70806, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70806, LA include Baton Rouge Magnet High School, The Dufrocq School and Geo Prep Mid-city Of Greater Baton Rouge.
How many public schools are located in 70806?
14 public schools are located in 70806.
What percentage of students in 70806 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 70806 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70806?
70806 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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