For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 188 students in 70820, LA.
The top ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 70820 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70820, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70820, LA Public Middle 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 middle schools in 70820, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 70820, LA include Thrive Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 70820?
1 public middle schools are located in 70820.
What is the racial composition of students in 70820?
70820 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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