For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 581 students in 70811, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70811, LA are Brownfields Elementary School and Sharon Hills Elementary 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 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70811, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70811, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownfields Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11615 Ellen Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 775-5891
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 775-5891
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Sharon Hills Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
70811, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5300 Monarch Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 892-2563
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 892-2563
Gr: K-2 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
5300 Monarch Avenue Bldg 800
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 771-8128
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 771-8128
Gr: 6-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
5959 Cadillac St
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 356-0256
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 356-0256
Gr: 9-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
5959 Cadillac Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 357-3371
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
(225) 357-3371
Gr: 6-8
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 and Sharon Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70811?
2 public schools are located in 70811.
What is the racial composition of students in 70811?
70811 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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