For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,402 students in 71270, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71270, LA are Ruston High School and Howard School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71270 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71270, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71270 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ruston High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71270, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruston High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Bearcat Drive
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-0807
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-0807
Gr: 9-12 | 1,277 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Howard School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
904 Deville Lane
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-5763
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-5763
Gr: 2-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
71270, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lincoln Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1435 Mayberry
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-1889
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-1889
Gr: 4-7 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Lincoln Parish Career Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1428 Arlington St
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 254-2096
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 254-2096
Gr: 7-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71270, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71270, LA include Ruston High School and Howard School.
How many public high schools are located in 71270?
2 public high schools are located in 71270.
What is the racial composition of students in 71270?
71270 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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