For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,797 students in 70815, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 626 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 70815, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70815, LA are Sherwood Middle Academic Academy, Twin Oaks Elementary School and Geo Prep Of Greater Baton Rouge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70815 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70815, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70815, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood Middle Academic Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1020 Marlbrook Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-3090
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-3090
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Twin Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
819 Trammel Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-6620
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-6620
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Geo Prep Of Greater Baton Rouge
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2311 N Sherwood Forest
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 927-1500
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 927-1500
Gr: K-8 | 714 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10730 Goodwood Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-2620
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Geo Next Generation High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2311 Sherwood Forest Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 314-2044
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 314-2044
Gr: 9-12 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Broadmoor Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9650 Goodwood Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 925-0343
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 925-0343
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Villa Del Rey Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9765 Cuyhanga Pkwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 924-1606
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 924-1606
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Riveroaks Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
950 Fontainbleau Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-4600
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Labelle Aire Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12255 Tams Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-7480
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 275-7480
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Belaire High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12121 Tams Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-1860
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-1860
Gr: 9-12 | 808 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Broadmoor Senior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10100 Goodwood Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 926-1420
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 926-1420
Gr: 9-12 | 903 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Northdale Superintendent's Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10755 Cletus
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-2036
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 272-2036
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
70815, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adult Education Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
12000 Goodwood Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 925-1247
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 925-1247
Gr: 12
12000 Goodwood Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(504) 922-5400
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(504) 922-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 114 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70815, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70815, LA include Sherwood Middle Academic Academy, Twin Oaks Elementary School and Geo Prep Of Greater Baton Rouge.
How many public schools are located in 70815?
12 public schools are located in 70815.
What percentage of students in 70815 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 70815 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70815?
70815 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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