For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,219 students in 70817, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70817, LA are Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus and Woodlawn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70817 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70817, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70817 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodlawn High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70817, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7550 Mccall Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 394-9576
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 394-9576
Gr: K-10 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 888:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 753-1200
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 753-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70817, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70817, LA include Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus and Woodlawn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70817?
2 public high schools are located in 70817.
What is the racial composition of students in 70817?
70817 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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