For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,552 students in 70816, LA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,723 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in 70816, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70816, LA are Parkview Elementary School, Cedarcrest-southmoor Elementary School and Wedgewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70816 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 70816, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70816, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5660 Park Forest
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 293-5615
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 293-5615
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Cedarcrest-southmoor Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10187 Twin Cedars
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 293-9950
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 293-9950
Grades: PK-5
| 656 students
Rank: #33.
Wedgewood Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2330 Aspenwood Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-7301
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-7301
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #44.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Harrells Ferry
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Grades: 6-8
| 938 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70816, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70816, LA include Parkview Elementary School, Cedarcrest-southmoor Elementary School and Wedgewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70816, LA?
4 public schools are located in 70816, LA.
What percentage of students in 70816, LA go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 70816, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70816, LA?
70816, LA public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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