For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 522 students in 70801, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70801, LA is Helix Mentorship Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70801 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70801, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70801 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Helix Mentorship Steam Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70801, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helix Mentorship Steam Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
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 high schools in 70801, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70801, LA include Helix Mentorship Steam Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 70801?
1 public high schools are located in 70801.
What is the racial composition of students in 70801?
70801 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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