For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,166 students in 70805, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 373 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 70805, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70805, LA are Central High School, Arlington Preparatory Academy and Inspire Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70805 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70805, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70805, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10200 E Brookside
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 261-3438
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 261-3438
Gr: 9-12 | 1,529 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Arlington Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6125 Winbourne Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 766-8188
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 766-8188
Gr: 6-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Inspire Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5454 North Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 356-3936
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 356-3936
Gr: K-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 132:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Winbourne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4503 Winbourne Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 355-4446
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 355-4446
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Istrouma High School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3730 Winbourne
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 636-2686
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 636-2686
Gr: 6-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #66.
Claiborne Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4707 Denham Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 357-9712
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 357-9712
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Ebr Readiness Superintendent Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4375 E Brookstown Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 757-9679
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 757-9679
Gr: PK-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Prescott K-8 Academy
Charter School
4055 Prescott Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 372-2037
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 372-2037
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70805, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70805, LA include Central High School, Arlington Preparatory Academy and Inspire Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 70805?
8 public schools are located in 70805.
What percentage of students in 70805 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 70805 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70805?
70805 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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