For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 781 students in 70116, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 440 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 70116, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 70116, LA is Homer Plessy Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 70116 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70116, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70116, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homer Plessy Community School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1423 Saint Philip Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 503-0055
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 503-0055
Gr: PK-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70116, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70116, LA include Homer Plessy Community School.
How many public schools are located in 70116?
1 public schools are located in 70116.
What percentage of students in 70116 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 70116 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70116?
70116 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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