For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,053 students in 70122, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70122, LA are Benjamin Franklin High School, Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School and Rooted School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70122 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70122, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70122 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benjamin Franklin High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 70122, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin High School
Charter School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2001 Leon C Simon Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 286-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cadillac St.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7600
Gr: 9-13 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Rooted School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Press Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 383-4654
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 383-4654
Gr: 9-13 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
The Net 2 Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6601 Franklin Ave
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-9765
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 267-9765
Gr: 8-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
The Delores Taylor Arthur School For Young Men
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3774 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 252-2675
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 252-2675
Gr: 8-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Travis Hill School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Milton Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 658-3400
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 658-3400
Gr: 3-12 | 117 students
Rank: #77.
John F. Kennedy High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6026 Paris Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 335-1935
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 335-1935
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70122, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70122, LA include Benjamin Franklin High School, Mcdonogh 35 Senior High School and Rooted School.
How many public high schools are located in 70122?
7 public high schools are located in 70122.
What is the racial composition of students in 70122?
70122 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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