For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,218 students in 70125, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70125, LA are Eleanor Mcmain Secondary 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 high schools in zipcode 70125 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70125, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70125 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eleanor Mcmain Secondary School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70125, LA Public High 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.
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 high schools in 70125, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70125, LA include Eleanor Mcmain Secondary School and Booker T. Washington High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70125?
2 public high schools are located in 70125.
What is the racial composition of students in 70125?
70125 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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