Best 70807 Louisiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,489 students in 70807, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 70807, LA are Progress Elementary School, Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy and Ryan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70807 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70807, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 70807, LA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Progress Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
855 Progress Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-4986
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9147 Elm Grove Garden
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-0776
Gr: 6-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10337 Elm Grove Garden Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-2407
Gr: PK-5 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Helix Aviation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Airpark Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 773-4925
Gr: K-9 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Crestworth Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10650 Avenue F
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 778-1317
Gr: PK-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Scotlandville Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9870 Scotland Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-3715
Gr: 9-12 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
9147 Elm Grove Garden Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 248-6825
Gr: PK-7 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 70807, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70807, LA include Progress Elementary School, Scotlandville Pre-engineering Academy and Ryan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70807?
7 public schools are located in 70807.
What is the racial composition of students in 70807?
70807 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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