For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 885 students in 70121, LA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70121, LA are Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jcfa-east. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 70121 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public charter school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 35% statewide average). Charter schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public charter school average of 79% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1108 Shrewsbury
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 233-4720
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Jcfa-east
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3410 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 410-3280
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 70121, LA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 70121, LA include Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Jcfa-east.
How many public charter schools are located in 70121?
2 public charter schools are located in 70121.
What is the racial composition of students in 70121?
70121 public charter schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public charter schools average of 79% (majority Black).
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