Summary:
The 70812 zip code area in Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 high school, serving a predominantly African American student population with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients.
The standout school in this area is Forest Heights Academy of Excellence, an elementary school that has consistently ranked among the top 5% of elementary schools in Louisiana. With over 90% of students proficient or better in both math and English language arts, Forest Heights significantly outperforms the district and state averages. In contrast, Glen Oaks Senior High School struggles, ranking in the bottom 10% of high schools in the state.
The data also reveals that Glen Oaks Park Elementary has shown steady improvement, moving from a 2-star to a 3-star rating over the past 3 years, while Merrydale Elementary School and Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School continue to struggle academically. The presence of a public charter school, Lanier Elementary, provides an alternative educational option for families in the community.
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