For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,821 students in 70818, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70818, LA are Central Intermediate School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70818 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70818, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70818, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12636 Sullivan Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-1390
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-1390
Gr: 3-5 | 1,057 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12656 Sullivan Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-2237
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-2237
Gr: 6-8 | 1,086 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
9352 Rustling Oaks
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-3454
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
(225) 261-3454
Gr: 1-2 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70818, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70818, LA include Central Intermediate School and Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70818?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70818.
What is the racial composition of students in 70818?
70818 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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