Top 10 Best 70806 Louisiana Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,649 students in 70806, LA (there are 9 private schools, serving 4,261 private students). 61% 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 Lasalle Elementary School. 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 21% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 70806, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 57% (majority Black).

Best 70806, LA Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baton Rouge Magnet High School
Magnet School
Math: 82% | Reading: 86%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2825 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 383-0520
Grades: 9-12
| 1,562 students
Rank: #22.
The Dufrocq School
Math: 25% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
330 South 19th St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 334-7653
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #33.
Lasalle Elementary School
Math: 24% | Reading: 35%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8000 Lasalle
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6130
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #44.
Westdale Middle School
Math: 15% | Reading: 30%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5650 Claycut Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-1308
Grades: 6-8
| 792 students
Rank: #55.
Melrose Elementary School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1348 Valcour St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-2353
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #66.
Bernard Terrace Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
241 Edison Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 343-5769
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #77.
Geo Prep Mid-city Of Greater Baton Rouge
Charter School
Math: 8% | Reading: 26%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 236-9333
Grades: K-8
| 671 students
Rank: #88.
Tara High School
Math: 6% | Reading: 9%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9002 Whitehall
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 726 students
Rank: #99.
Capitol Middle School
Math: 4% | Reading: 10%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5100 Greenwell Springs Rd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 231-9292
Grades: 6-8
| 611 students
Rank: #1010.
Louisiana Key Academy
Charter School
Math: 2% | Reading: 6%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3172 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Grades: K-8
| 438 students
Rank: n/an/a
7921 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 394-9576
Grades: K-4
| 324 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 70806 Louisiana

70806, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9700 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 304-6162
Grades: 6-8
| 188 students
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 663-1057
Grades: K-8
| 676 students
1645 North Foster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 357-0139
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
1645 North Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 767-1477
Grades: 5-8
| 106 students
440 N. Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 294-5490
Grades: K-2
| 90 students
4962 Florida Blvd.,
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(877) 490-3596
Grades: K-12
| n/a students

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 Lasalle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70806, LA?
11 public schools are located in 70806, LA.
What percentage of students in 70806, LA go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 70806, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70806, LA?
70806, LA public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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