For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 305 students in 71243, LA.
The top ranked public school in 71243, LA is Fort Necessity School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71243 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71243, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71243, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Necessity School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10630 Highway 562
Fort Necessity, LA 71243
(318) 723-4793
Fort Necessity, LA 71243
(318) 723-4793
Grades: PK-8
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71243, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71243, LA include Fort Necessity School.
How many public schools are located in 71243?
1 public schools are located in 71243.
What is the racial composition of students in 71243?
71243 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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