For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,819 students in 70125, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,241 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 70125, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70125, LA are Eleanor Mcmain Secondary School, Wilson Charter School and Booker T. Washington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70125 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70125, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70125, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eleanor Mcmain Secondary School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5712 South Claiborne Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 324-7500
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 324-7500
Gr: 9-13 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Wilson Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3617 General Pershing Street
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 373-6274
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 373-6274
Gr: PK-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Booker T. Washington High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 South Roman St.
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 410-5289
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 410-5289
Gr: 9-13 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70125, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70125, LA include Eleanor Mcmain Secondary School, Wilson Charter School and Booker T. Washington High School.
How many public schools are located in 70125?
3 public schools are located in 70125.
What percentage of students in 70125 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 70125 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70125?
70125 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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