Best 70820 Louisiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 188 students in 70820, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70820, LA is Thrive Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70820 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70820, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).

Best 70820, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thrive Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2585 Brightside Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70820, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70820, LA include Thrive Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 70820?
1 public middle schools are located in 70820.
What is the racial composition of students in 70820?
70820 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).

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