For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 253 students in 71040, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 71040, LA is Homer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71040 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71040, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71040 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Homer High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71040, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homer High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1008 North Main
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2985
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2985
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
David Wade Correctional Center
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
71040, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Claiborne Alternative School Setting (Class) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
626 Pelican Dr
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
David Wade Correctional Center - Ssd #1 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Gr: Inquire with school | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71040, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71040, LA include Homer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71040?
2 public high schools are located in 71040.
What is the racial composition of students in 71040?
71040 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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