For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,131 students in 70131, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70131, LA is Edna Karr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70131 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70131, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70131 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Edna Karr High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70131, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edna Karr High School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4400 General Meyer Ave
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7135
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7135
Grades: 9-12
| 1,131 students
70131, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3700 Tall Pines Drive
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7144
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7144
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
6501 Berkley Drive
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 398-7105
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 398-7105
Grades: PK-6
| 454 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70131, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70131, LA include Edna Karr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70131?
1 public high schools are located in 70131.
What is the racial composition of students in 70131?
70131 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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