For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,331 students in 70816, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA are Southeast Middle School and Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70816 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70816, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70816, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Harrells Ferry
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 753-5930
Gr: 6-8 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3605 Ontario Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 357-0244
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 357-0244
Gr: PK-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery
Charter School
17255 S Harrells Ferry Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(504) 233-4720
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70816, LA include Southeast Middle School and Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70816?
3 public middle schools are located in 70816.
What is the racial composition of students in 70816?
70816 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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