For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,987 students in 70807, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70807, LA are Progress Elementary School, Ryan Elementary School and Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70807 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70807, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70807, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Progress Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
855 Progress Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-4986
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-4986
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10337 Elm Grove Garden Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-2407
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-2407
Grades: PK-5
| 208 students
Rank: #33.
Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9147 Elm Grove Garden
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-0776
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-0776
Grades: 6-8
| 205 students
Rank: #44.
Helix Aviation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Airpark Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 773-4925
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 773-4925
Grades: 6-8
| 183 students
Rank: #55.
Crestworth Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10650 Avenue F
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-1317
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-1317
Grades: PK-8
| 436 students
Rank: #66.
Scotlandville Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9870 Scotland Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-3715
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-3715
Grades: 9-12
| 898 students
Rank: #77.
Idea University Prep
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Plank Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 364-9805
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 364-9805
Grades: K-8
| 658 students
Rank: n/an/a
8600 Elm Grove Garden Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 248-6825
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 248-6825
Grades: PK-6
| 110 students
70807, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2401 72nd Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 357-3371
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 357-3371
Grades: PK-5
| 242 students
2555 Desoto Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 922-5400
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 922-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 100 students
Celerity Crestworth Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
10650 Avenue F
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 290-1564
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 290-1564
Grades: K-8
| 106 students
10650 Avenue F
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-6845
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-6845
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
8600 Elm Grove Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-4267
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-4267
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
J. K. Haynes Charter Inc. (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8600 Elm Grove Garden Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 774-1311
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 774-1311
Grades: PK-7
| 154 students
Scenic Alternative High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
15200 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-9168
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-9168
Grades: 8-12
| 84 students
Scenic Alternative High School (Jrdc) (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
15200 Scenic Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-9168
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-9168
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
9147 Elm Grove Garden Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 774-2510
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 774-2510
Grades: PK-6
| 391 students
9147 Elmgrove Garden Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-1688
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-1688
Grades: K-8
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70807, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70807, LA include Progress Elementary School, Ryan Elementary School and Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy.
How many public schools are located in 70807?
8 public schools are located in 70807.
What is the racial composition of students in 70807?
70807 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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