For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,695 students in 70812, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70812, LA are Forest Heights Academy Of Excellence, Glen Oaks Park Elementary School and Merrydale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70812 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70812, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 70812, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Heights Academy Of Excellence
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7447 Sumrall Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 355-5681
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 355-5681
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Glen Oaks Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5656 Lanier Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 356-4521
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 356-4521
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Merrydale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Rio Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 355-0346
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 355-0346
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Glen Oaks Senior High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6650 Cedar Grove Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 356-4306
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
(225) 356-4306
Gr: 6-12 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
70812, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70812, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70812, LA include Forest Heights Academy Of Excellence, Glen Oaks Park Elementary School and Merrydale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70812?
4 public schools are located in 70812.
What is the racial composition of students in 70812?
70812 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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