For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 3,096 students in 70122, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70122, LA are Benjamin Franklin High School, Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School and The Delores Taylor Arthur School For Young Men. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70122 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70122, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70122 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benjamin Franklin High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70122, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin High School
Charter School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2001 Leon C Simon Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,056 students
Rank: #22.
Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cadillac St.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 862 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
The Delores Taylor Arthur School For Young Men
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3774 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 252-2675
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 252-2675
Grades: 9
| 41 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Travis Hill School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Milton Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 658-3400
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 658-3400
Grades: 3-12
| 171 students
Rank: #55.
Mcdonogh #35 College Preparatory School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cadillac Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
The Net 2 Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6601 Franklin Ave
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-9765
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-9765
Grades: 8-12
| 189 students
Rank: #77.
Rooted School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Press Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 383-4654
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 383-4654
Grades: 9-13
| 152 students
Rank: #88.
John F. Kennedy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6026 Paris Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 335-1935
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 335-1935
Grades: 9-12
| 625 students
70122, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Akili Academy Of New Orleans (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3811 N. Galvez Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 355-4172
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 355-4172
Grades: PK-8
| 589 students
5800 Saint Roch Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2635
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2635
Grades: PK-6
| 637 students
1456 Gardena Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2623
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2623
Grades: PK-6
| 374 students
Edward Hynes Charter School (Uno Campus) (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6101 Chatham Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 359-7700
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 359-7700
Grades: K
| n/a students
1200 Senate Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2691
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2691
Grades: 6-8
| 173 students
4720 Painters St
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 259-3365
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 259-3365
Grades: PK-8
| 416 students
6026 Paris Ave
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 373-6227
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 373-6227
Grades: 9-11
| 258 students
6101 Chatham Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2626
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2626
Grades: K-6
| 664 students
6026 Paris Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-8811
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-8811
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
6026 Paris Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2710
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2710
Grades: 7-8
| 378 students
3411 Broadway Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 483-6135
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 483-6135
Grades: PK-8
| 256 students
4000 Cadillac Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7200
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7200
Grades: 8
| 47 students
3774 Gentilly Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 894-0557
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 894-0557
Grades: K-8
| 409 students
3121 St. Bernard Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 943-1311
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 943-1311
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
Pierre A. Capdau Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5800 St. Roch Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
Grades: PK-8
| 507 students
5800 St. Roch Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
Grades: K-10
| n/a students
1700 Pratt Dr
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 400-0614
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 400-0614
Grades: K-5
| 323 students
2401 Humanity Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 942-3630
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 942-3630
Grades: PK-6
| 596 students
Urban League Street Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1300 Milton Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2031
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2031
Grades: 6-12
| 67 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70122, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70122, LA include Benjamin Franklin High School, Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School and The Delores Taylor Arthur School For Young Men.
How many public high schools are located in 70122?
8 public high schools are located in 70122.
What is the racial composition of students in 70122?
70122 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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