For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,130 students in 70809, LA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,443 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 70809, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70809, LA are Westminster Elementary School, Jefferson Terrace Academy and Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70809 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70809, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70809, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westminster Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8935 Westminster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 927-2930
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 927-2930
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Terrace Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5601 Upton Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 293-3210
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 293-3210
Gr: PK-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5015 Auto Plex Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 298-1223
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 298-1223
Gr: K-10 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70809, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70809, LA include Westminster Elementary School, Jefferson Terrace Academy and Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge.
How many public schools are located in 70809?
3 public schools are located in 70809.
What percentage of students in 70809 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 70809 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70809?
70809 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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