For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,128 students in 70118, LA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,490 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 70118, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70118, LA are Audubon Charter School and Lycee Francais De La Nouvelle-orleans. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70118 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70118, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70118, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Audubon Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
428 Broadway Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 324-7100
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 324-7100
Gr: PK-8 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Lycee Francais De La Nouvelle-orleans
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Leonidas Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 620-5500
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 620-5500
Gr: PK-12 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
2727 S Carrollton Ave
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 561-9767
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 561-9767
Gr: K-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70118, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70118, LA include Audubon Charter School and Lycee Francais De La Nouvelle-orleans.
How many public schools are located in 70118?
3 public schools are located in 70118.
What percentage of students in 70118 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 70118 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70118?
70118 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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