For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,063 students in 71301, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71301, LA are Cherokee Elementary School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Horseshoe Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5700 Prescott Road
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1951 Monroe Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
D.f. Huddle Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Texas Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Gr: PK-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1319 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
71301, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ewell S. Aiken Optional School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1323 Vance Ave
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Gr: 9-12
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Gr: 6 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
2121 Mason Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71301, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71301, LA include Cherokee Elementary School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Horseshoe Drive Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71301?
5 public preschools are located in 71301.
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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