For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 239 students in 70820, LA (there are , serving 30 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 70820, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in 70820, LA is Thrive Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70820 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70820, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70820, LA 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thrive Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2585 Brightside Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Grades: 7-12
| 188 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Emerge School For Autism
Charter School
7760 Innovation Park Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 343-4232
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 343-4232
Grades: K-3
| 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70820, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70820, LA include Thrive Academy.
How many public schools are located in 70820?
2 public schools are located in 70820.
What percentage of students in 70820 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 70820 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70820?
70820 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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