For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 637 students in 70801, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 70801, LA are Helix Mentorship Steam Academy and Helix Legal Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70801 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70801, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70801, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helix Mentorship Steam Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 346-5180
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 346-5180
Grades: 9-12
| 522 students
Rank: #22.
Helix Legal Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
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 schools in 70801, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70801, LA include Helix Mentorship Steam Academy and Helix Legal Academy.
How many public schools are located in 70801?
2 public schools are located in 70801.
What is the racial composition of students in 70801?
70801 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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