For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 115 students in 70801, LA.
The top ranked public middle school in 70801, LA is Helix Legal Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70801 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70801, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70801, LA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helix Legal Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 773-4925
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 773-4925
Grades: 6-8
| 115 students
70801, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Grades: 9-12
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 70801, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70801, LA include Helix Legal Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 70801?
1 public middle schools are located in 70801.
What is the racial composition of students in 70801?
70801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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