For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,320 students in 70808, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70808, LA are Liberty High School and University View Academy Inc. (Frm La Connections). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70808 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70808, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70808 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Liberty High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70808, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Liberty High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1105 Lee Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 924-9406
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 924-9406
Gr: 9-12 | 1,241 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
University View Academy Inc. (Frm La Connections)
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3113 Valley Creek Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 421-2900
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 421-2900
Gr: K-12 | 4,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
70808, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7600 Boone Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-8111
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-8111
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
9880 Hyacinth Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 761-7849
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 761-7849
Gr: 4-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Southdowns School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2050 Hood Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 346-1127
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 346-1127
Gr: PK | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
3113 Valley Creek Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 421-2900
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 421-2900
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70808, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70808, LA include Liberty High School and University View Academy Inc. (Frm La Connections).
How many public high schools are located in 70808?
2 public high schools are located in 70808.
What is the racial composition of students in 70808?
70808 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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