For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,888 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (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 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
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 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
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-7 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
70802, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1222 East Buchanan
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4585
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
1000 N. 23rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7506
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Boys (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Capitol Pre-college Academy For Girls (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1000 North 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-0353
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Children's Charter Middle School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1143 North St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Children's Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1143 North Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-9273
Gr: PK-5
East Baton Rouge Arts And Technology School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
101 Saint Ferdinand Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-0868
Gr: 9-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
1650 North Acadian Thruway Eas
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-5224
Gr: K-5 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Louisiana School For The Visually Impaired (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1120 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-8694
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
408 East Polk
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 383-2611
Gr: PK-5 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1120 Government Street-bldg. B
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 239-7820
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
408 East Polk Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 772-9068
Gr: 4-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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