For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,657 students in 70121, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70121, LA are Riverdale High School, Jefferson Virtual High School and Jcfa-east. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70121 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70121, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70121 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverdale High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70121, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
240 Riverdale Drive
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-7288
Gr: 9-12 | 1,325 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Virtual High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4400 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 484-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
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 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
70121, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Deckbar Alternative School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1108 Shrewsbury Rd
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 832-6021
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 832-6021
Gr: K-6 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Deckbar School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2012 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-4000
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 833-4000
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Jefferson Community School (Charter School) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
3528 Monford St
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 836-0808
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 836-0808
2012 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 352-1089
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 352-1089
Gr: K-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70121, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70121, LA include Riverdale High School, Jefferson Virtual High School and Jcfa-east.
How many public high schools are located in 70121?
3 public high schools are located in 70121.
What is the racial composition of students in 70121?
70121 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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