For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 239 students in 70820, LA (there are , serving 30 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 70820, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 70820, LA is Thrive Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70820 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70820, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70820, LA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thrive Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2585 Brightside Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
The Emerge School For Autism
Charter School
7760 Innovation Park Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 343-4232
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 343-4232
Gr: K-3 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70820, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70820, LA include Thrive Academy.
How many public schools are located in 70820?
2 public schools are located in 70820.
What percentage of students in 70820 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 70820 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70820?
70820 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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