For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,589 students in 70802, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70802, LA are Madison Preparatory Academy, Mckinley Senior High School and Ebr Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70802 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison Preparatory Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1555 Madison Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 636-5863
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 636-5863
Grades: 9-12
| 581 students
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 East Mckinley
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-7696
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-7696
Grades: 9-12
| 920 students
Rank: #33.
Ebr Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
802 Mayflower Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 478-9264
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 478-9264
Grades: PK-12
| 466 students
Rank: #44.
Idea Innovation
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7800 Innovation Park Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Grades: K-10
| 997 students
Rank: #55.
Capitol High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N. 23rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Grades: 9-12
| 375 students
Rank: #66.
Idea Bridge
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Airway Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Grades: K-10
| 1,250 students
70802, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Capitol High School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
1000 North 23rd St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 362-1534
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 362-1534
Grades: 9-12
| 368 students
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Boys (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Grades: 9-12
| 154 students
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Girls (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Grades: 9-12
| 164 students
Children's Charter Middle School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1143 North St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Grades: 6-8
| 80 students
Children's Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1143 North Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
East Baton Rouge Arts And Technology School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
101 Saint Ferdinand Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
1650 North Acadian Thruway Eas
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Grades: K-5
| 56 students
Louisiana School For The Visually Impaired (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1120 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Grades: PK-12
| 81 students
408 East Polk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Grades: PK-5
| 77 students
Thrive Baton Rouge (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1120 Government Street-bldg. B
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Grades: 6-12
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70802, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70802, LA include Madison Preparatory Academy, Mckinley Senior High School and Ebr Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 70802?
6 public high schools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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