For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,679 students in 70815, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70815, LA are Sherwood Middle Academic Academy, Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge and Northdale Superintendent's Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70815 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70815, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70815, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
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: 72%
Rank: #22.
Geo Prep Academy 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 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
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 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 middle schools in 70815, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70815, LA include Sherwood Middle Academic Academy, Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge and Northdale Superintendent's Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 70815?
3 public middle schools are located in 70815.
What is the racial composition of students in 70815?
70815 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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