For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,405 students in 70811, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 70811, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70811, LA are Brownfields Elementary School, Sharon Hills Elementary School and Glen Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70811 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 70811, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70811, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brownfields Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11615 Ellen Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 775-3527
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 775-3527
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
Sharon Hills Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Guynell Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 355-6522
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 355-6522
Grades: PK-5
| 208 students
Rank: #33.
Glen Oaks Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Monarch Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 290-1564
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 290-1564
Grades: 6-8
| 201 students
Rank: n/an/a
9352 Rustling Oaks
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 261-3454
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 261-3454
Grades: 1-2
| 721 students
70811, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Baton Rouge Bridge Academy Inc. (Closed 2021)
Charter School
5300 Monarch Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 892-2563
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 892-2563
Grades: K-2
| 185 students
Baton Rouge College Prep (Closed 2021)
Charter School
5300 Monarch Avenue Bldg 800
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 771-8128
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 771-8128
Grades: 6-8
| 226 students
5959 Cadillac St
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 356-0256
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 356-0256
Grades: 9-12
| 236 students
5959 Cadillac Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 357-3371
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 357-3371
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70811, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70811, LA include Brownfields Elementary School, Sharon Hills Elementary School and Glen Oaks Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70811, LA?
4 public schools are located in 70811, LA.
What percentage of students in 70811, LA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 70811, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70811, LA?
70811, LA public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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