For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,237 students in 70802, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70802, LA are Belfair Montessori School, Mckinley Middle Magnet School and Capitol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belfair Montessori School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4451 Fairfields Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Grades: PK-8
| 266 students
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1550 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 388-0089
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 388-0089
Grades: 6-8
| 645 students
Rank: #33.
Capitol Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4141 Gus Young Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-9364
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-9364
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #44.
Csal Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1705 Madison Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 412-9900
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 412-9900
Grades: K-5
| 282 students
Rank: #55.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2680 Bogan Walk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Grades: PK-7
| 343 students
Rank: #66.
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1555 Madison Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 336-1410
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 336-1410
Grades: 6-8
| 284 students
Rank: #77.
Ebr Virtual Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
802 Mayflower Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 478-9264
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 478-9264
Grades: PK-12
| 251 students
Rank: #88.
Idea Innovation
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7800 Innovation Park Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 953-7963
Grades: K-11
| 966 students
Rank: #99.
Idea Bridge
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Airway Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 778-9091
Grades: K-11
| 1,119 students
Rank: n/an/a
434 East Polk Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-2328
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-2328
Grades: 6-7
| 53 students
Rank: n/an/a
Louisiana School For The Deaf
Special Education School
2888 Brightside Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 757-3651
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 757-3651
Grades: PK-12
| 88 students
Rank: n/an/a
575 West Roosevelt Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Grades: PK-5
| 639 students
70802, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1222 East Buchanan
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
1000 N. 23rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Grades: 9-12
| 375 students
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Boys (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Grades: 9-12
| 154 students
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Girls (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Grades: 9-12
| 164 students
Children's Charter Middle School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1143 North St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Grades: 6-8
| 80 students
Children's Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1143 North Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
East Baton Rouge Arts And Technology School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
101 Saint Ferdinand Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
1650 North Acadian Thruway Eas
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Grades: K-5
| 56 students
Louisiana School For The Visually Impaired (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1120 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Grades: PK-12
| 81 students
408 East Polk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Grades: PK-5
| 77 students
1120 Government Street-bldg. B
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Grades: 6-12
| 140 students
408 East Polk Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Grades: 4-5
| 153 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70802, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70802, LA include Belfair Montessori School, Mckinley Middle Magnet School and Capitol Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70802?
12 public elementary schools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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