For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,657 students in 70121, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70121, LA are Riverdale High School, Jefferson Virtual High School and Jcfa-east. 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 41% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70121 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverdale High School, with 87% 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 42% | 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
| 1,325 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Virtual High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4400 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 122 students
Rank: #33.
Jcfa-east
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3410 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
Grades: 9-12
| 210 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
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, Jefferson Virtual High School and Jcfa-east.
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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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