For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 341 students in 71366, LA (there are , serving 147 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 71366, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71366, LA are Tensas Elementary School and Tensas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71366 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71366, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71366, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tensas Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Frontage Road
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3346
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3346
Grades: PK-5
| 184 students
Rank: #22.
Tensas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Plank Road
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3585
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3585
Grades: 6-12
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71366, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71366, LA include Tensas Elementary School and Tensas High School.
How many public schools are located in 71366?
2 public schools are located in 71366.
What percentage of students in 71366 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 71366 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71366?
71366 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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