For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,770 students in 70802, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 70802, LA are Belfair Montessori School, Capitol Elementary School and Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 70802 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70802, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70802, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belfair Montessori School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4451 Fairfields Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 356-6191
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2680 Bogan Walk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 344-2145
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Ebr Virtual Academy
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Gr: PK-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
575 West Roosevelt Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70802, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70802, LA include Belfair Montessori School, Capitol Elementary School and Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70802?
6 public preschools are located in 70802.
What is the racial composition of students in 70802?
70802 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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