For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,872 students in 70806, LA (there are 9 private schools, serving 4,281 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 70806, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70806, LA are Baton Rouge Magnet High School, The Dufrocq School and Lasalle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70806 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 70806, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 70806, LA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baton Rouge Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2825 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 383-0520
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 383-0520
Grades: 9-12
| 1,582 students
Rank: #22.
The Dufrocq School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 South 19th St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 334-7653
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 334-7653
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Rank: #33.
Lasalle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Lasalle
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6130
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6130
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: #44.
Geo Prep Mid-city Of Greater Baton Rouge
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 236-9333
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 236-9333
Grades: K-8
| 666 students
Rank: #55.
Westdale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Claycut Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-1308
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-1308
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: #66.
Basis Baton Rouge Primary Mid City
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7921 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 394-9576
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 394-9576
Grades: K-5
| 462 students
Rank: #77.
Bernard Terrace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
241 Edison Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 343-5769
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 343-5769
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: #88.
Melrose Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1348 Valcour St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-2353
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-2353
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #99.
Collegiate Baton Rouge
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
282 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 892-6962
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 892-6962
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
Rank: #1010.
Tara High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9002 Whitehall
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6100
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 876 students
Rank: #1111.
Capitol Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Greenwell Springs Rd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 231-9292
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 231-9292
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Rank: #1212.
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3172 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Grades: K-8
| 450 students
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana Key Academy Northshore
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
Privette Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 298-1223
Grades: 1-4
| 120 students
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy
Charter School
4962 Florida Blvd.,
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(877) 490-3596
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(877) 490-3596
Grades: K-12
| 2,303 students
70806, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Apex Collegiate Academy Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
9700 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 304-6162
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 304-6162
Grades: 6-8
| 188 students
Baton Rouge Charter Academy At Mid-city (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1900 Lobdell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 663-1057
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 663-1057
Grades: K-8
| 676 students
Greenville Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Magnet School
1645 North Foster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 357-0139
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 357-0139
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
1645 North Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 767-1477
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 767-1477
Grades: 5-8
| 106 students
Laurel Oaks Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
440 N. Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 294-5490
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 294-5490
Grades: K-2
| 90 students
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
4962 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(504) 322-7543
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(504) 322-7543
Grades: K-12
| 2,235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70806, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70806, LA include Baton Rouge Magnet High School, The Dufrocq School and Lasalle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70806?
14 public schools are located in 70806.
What percentage of students in 70806 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 70806 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70806?
70806 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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