For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 188 students in 70820, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70820, LA is Thrive Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70820 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70820, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70820 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thrive Academy, with 40-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70820, LA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thrive Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2585 Brightside Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 367-6855
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70820, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70820, LA include Thrive Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 70820?
1 public high schools are located in 70820.
What is the racial composition of students in 70820?
70820 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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