For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 827 students in 70813, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70813, LA are Southern University Laboratory Virtual School and Southern University Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70813 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70813, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70813, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
129 Swan Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
(225) 771-3490
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
(225) 771-3490
Gr: K-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 348:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Southern University Lab School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
129 Swan Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
(225) 771-3490
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
(225) 771-3490
Gr: PK-12 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70813, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70813, LA include Southern University Laboratory Virtual School and Southern University Lab School.
How many public schools are located in 70813?
2 public schools are located in 70813.
What is the racial composition of students in 70813?
70813 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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