For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,830 students in 70121, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70121, LA are Riverdale High School, Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jefferson Virtual High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70121 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
240 Riverdale Drive
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
Gr: 9-12 | 1,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1108 Shrewsbury
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Virtual High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4400 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3410 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 733-8201
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 733-8201
Gr: PK-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70121, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70121, LA include Riverdale High School, Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jefferson Virtual High School.
How many public schools are located in 70121?
5 public schools are located in 70121.
What is the racial composition of students in 70121?
70121 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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