For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,379 students in 70121, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70121, LA are Riverdale High School, Jcfa-east and Jefferson Virtual High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70121 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70121 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverdale High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverdale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
240 Riverdale Drive
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
Grades: 9-12
| 1,019 students
Rank: #22.
Jcfa-east
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3410 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Virtual High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 131 students
70121, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Deckbar Alternative School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1108 Shrewsbury Rd
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 832-6021
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 832-6021
Grades: K-6
| 21 students
Deckbar School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2012 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-4000
Grades: K-8
| 35 students
Jefferson Community School (Charter School) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
3528 Monford St
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 836-0808
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 836-0808
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3900 Jefferson Hwy.
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 828-2706
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 828-2706
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Smothers Academy Preparatory School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
2012 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 352-1089
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 352-1089
Grades: K-8
| 463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70121, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70121, LA include Riverdale High School, Jcfa-east and Jefferson Virtual High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70121?
3 public high schools are located in 70121.
What is the racial composition of students in 70121?
70121 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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