For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,378 students in 70817, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70817, LA are Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus and Woodlawn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70817 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70817, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70817 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodlawn High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70817, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7550 Mccall Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 394-9576
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 394-9576
Grades: K-9
| 928 students
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 753-1200
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
(225) 753-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,450 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70817, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70817, LA include Basis Baton Rouge Materra Campus and Woodlawn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70817?
2 public high schools are located in 70817.
What is the racial composition of students in 70817?
70817 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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