For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,989 students in 70130, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70130, LA are International School Of Louisiana, Renew Laurel Elementary School and Foundation Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70130 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70130, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70130, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International School Of Louisiana
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 654-1088
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 654-1088
Gr: K-8 | 1,074 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Renew Laurel Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 Jackson Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 267-4574
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 267-4574
Gr: PK-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Foundation Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3121 St. Bernard Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 434-0521
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 434-0521
Gr: K-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70130, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70130, LA include International School Of Louisiana, Renew Laurel Elementary School and Foundation Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 70130?
3 public middle schools are located in 70130.
What is the racial composition of students in 70130?
70130 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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