For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 509 students in 71234, LA.
The top ranked public school in 71234, LA is Downsville Community Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71234 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71234, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71234, LA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downsville Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4787 Highway 151
Downsville, LA 71234
(318) 982-5318
Downsville, LA 71234
(318) 982-5318
Gr: PK-12 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71234, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71234, LA include Downsville Community Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 71234?
1 public schools are located in 71234.
What is the racial composition of students in 71234?
71234 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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