For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,538 students in 70126, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 524 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 70126, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70126, LA are G W Carver High School, Kipp East and Kipp Morial. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70126 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70126, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70126, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
G W Carver High School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3059 Higgins Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 308-3660
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 308-3660
Gr: 9-13 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kipp East
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6519 Virgilian St
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 301-2964
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 301-2964
Gr: PK-8 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Kipp Morial
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Grant St
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 592-8520
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 592-8520
Gr: PK-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Livingston Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7301 Dwyer Road
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 503-0004
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 503-0004
Gr: 9-13 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4617 Mirabeau
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 766-0291
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 766-0291
Gr: K-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Mildred Osborne Charter School
Charter School
6701 Curran Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 723-7535
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 723-7535
Gr: PK-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70126, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70126, LA include G W Carver High School, Kipp East and Kipp Morial.
How many public schools are located in 70126?
6 public schools are located in 70126.
What percentage of students in 70126 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 70126 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70126?
70126 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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