For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,394 students in 70816, LA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA are Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School, Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School and Southeast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70816 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70816, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70816, LA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4705 Lanier Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 308-3273
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 308-3273
Grades: PK-7
| 183 students
Rank: #22.
Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3605 Ontario Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 357-0244
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 357-0244
Grades: PK-7
| 164 students
Rank: #33.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Harrells Ferry
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Grades: 6-8
| 983 students
Rank: #44.
Zion City School A Redesign School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5959 Cadillac Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 771-8128
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 771-8128
Grades: 6-8
| 64 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA include Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School, Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School and Southeast Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70816?
4 public middle schools are located in 70816.
What is the racial composition of students in 70816?
70816 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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