For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,446 students in 70806, LA.
The top ranked public preschools in 70806, LA are The Dufrocq School, Lasalle Elementary School and Bernard Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70806 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70806, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70806, LA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #3 - 43. - 4.
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: #3 - 43. - 4.
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%
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 preschools in 70806, LA?
The top ranked public preschools in 70806, LA include The Dufrocq School, Lasalle Elementary School and Bernard Terrace Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70806?
4 public preschools are located in 70806.
What is the racial composition of students in 70806?
70806 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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