Question 1

Is 70115 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70115 in New Orleans has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the New Orleans city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 70115 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 70115?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70115 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 70115. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 70115 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in New Orleans. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 70115?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 70115 is approximately $521K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 70115 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 70115 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 70115 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70115 has an overall NeighborScore of 61/100, placing it in the moderate range for New Orleans. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 61/100, 70115 scores similarly to the middle tier of New Orleans neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

New Orleans — ZIP 70115

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence	06–13	—	—	—
Samuel J. Green Charter School	PK–08	—	—	—
The Willow School	KG–12	—	—	—
Walter L. Cohen High School	09–13	—	—	—
Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary	PK–08	—	—	—
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science	PK–08	—	—	—