For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,003 students in 71306, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 71306, LA are Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center and Buckeye High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71306 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71306, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71306, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5400 Coliseum Blvd.
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 359-2906
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 359-2906
Grades: K-12
| 40 students
Rank: #22.
Buckeye High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
715 Highway 1207
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 466-5678
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 466-5678
Grades: 6-12
| 963 students
71306, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Louisiana Special Education Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5400 Coliseum Blvd.
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 487-5484
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 487-5484
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Renaissance Home For Youth (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
1501 Vandenburg Dr.
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 448-8592
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 448-8592
Grades: K-12
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71306, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71306, LA include Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center and Buckeye High School.
How many public schools are located in 71306?
2 public schools are located in 71306.
What is the racial composition of students in 71306?
71306 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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