For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 173 students in 71497, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71497, LA is N.s.u. Middle Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71497 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71497, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71497, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N.s.u. Middle Lab School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 Tarlton Drive Tec Buildin
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-4509
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-4509
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71497, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71497, LA include N.s.u. Middle Lab School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71497?
1 public middle schools are located in 71497.
What is the racial composition of students in 71497?
71497 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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