For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,558 students in 71303, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 71303, LA is Alexandria Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71303 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71303, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71303 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alexandria Senior High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71303, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alexandria Senior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Ola Lane
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 448-8234
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 448-8234
Gr: 9-12 | 1,558 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
71303, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Louisiana Youth Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
400 John Allison Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Gr: 5-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
521 Mckeithen Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Gr: PK | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71303, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71303, LA include Alexandria Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71303?
1 public high schools are located in 71303.
What is the racial composition of students in 71303?
71303 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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