For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
70801, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
339 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 505-5013
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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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