For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 3,491 students in 70122, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70122, LA are Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology, Arthur Ashe Charter School and Audubon Charter Gentilly. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70122 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70122, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70122, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Humanity Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7076
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 324-7076
Gr: PK-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Arthur Ashe Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1456 Gardena Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 373-6267
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 373-6267
Gr: K-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Audubon Charter Gentilly
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4720 Painters Street
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 309-9434
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 309-9434
Gr: K-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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: #55.
Kipp Believe
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3815 St. Bernard St.
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 304-8857
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 304-8857
Gr: PK-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
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: #6 - 76. - 7.
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: #88.
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 St. Roch Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 872-9257
Gr: PK-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70122, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70122, LA include Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology, Arthur Ashe Charter School and Audubon Charter Gentilly.
How many public middle schools are located in 70122?
8 public middle schools are located in 70122.
What is the racial composition of students in 70122?
70122 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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