For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,854 students in 70131, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 623 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 70131, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70131, LA are Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School, Edna Karr High School and Elan Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70131 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70131, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 70131, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5300 Berkley Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 373-6281
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 373-6281
Gr: PK-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Edna Karr High School
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 General Meyer Ave
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7135
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 302-7135
Gr: 9-12 | 1,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Elan Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Berkley Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 619-9720
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 619-9720
Gr: PK-8 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Tall Pines Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 372-2646
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 372-2646
Gr: PK-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70131, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70131, LA include Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School, Edna Karr High School and Elan Academy Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 70131?
4 public schools are located in 70131.
What percentage of students in 70131 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 70131 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70131?
70131 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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