For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 922 students in 70809, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70809, LA are 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 middle schools in zipcode 70809 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70809, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70809, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 70809, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70809, LA include Jefferson Terrace Academy and Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge.
How many public middle schools are located in 70809?
2 public middle schools are located in 70809.
What is the racial composition of students in 70809?
70809 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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