For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,888 students in 71201, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71201, LA are J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School, Sallie Humble Elementary School and New Vision Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71201 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71201, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71201, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1207 Washington Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Grades: PK-6
| 476 students
Rank: #22.
Sallie Humble Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3800 Westminister Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Grades: 3-6
| 600 students
Rank: #33.
New Vision Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
507 Swayze Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Grades: PK-6
| 237 students
Rank: n/an/a
1905 Spencer Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Grades: PK-2
| 575 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71201, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71201, LA include J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School, Sallie Humble Elementary School and New Vision Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71201?
4 public elementary schools are located in 71201.
What is the racial composition of students in 71201?
71201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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