For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,695 students in 70130, LA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,530 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 70130, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70130, LA are International School Of Louisiana, New Harmony High Institute and Renew Laurel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70130 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70130, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70130, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International School Of Louisiana
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 654-1088
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 654-1088
Gr: K-8 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
New Harmony High Institute
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3368 Esplanade
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 612-7869
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 612-7869
Gr: 9-13 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Renew Laurel Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 Jackson Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 267-4574
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 267-4574
Gr: PK-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
International High School Of New Orleans
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
727 Carondelet Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 613-5703
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 613-5703
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Foundation Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3121 St. Bernard Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 434-0521
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 434-0521
Gr: K-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70130, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70130, LA include International School Of Louisiana, New Harmony High Institute and Renew Laurel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70130?
5 public schools are located in 70130.
What percentage of students in 70130 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 70130 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70130?
70130 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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