For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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