For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,160 students in 71291, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 71291, LA is West Monroe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71291 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71291, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71291 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Monroe High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71291, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Monroe High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Riggs Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-3771
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-3771
Grades: 8-12
| 2,160 students
71291, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ouachita Parish Alternative School Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1600 North 7th St
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-5991
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-5991
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ouachita Parish School System Expulsion Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1600 North 7th Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-5991
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 323-5991
Grades: 6-8
| 53 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71291, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71291, LA include West Monroe High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71291?
1 public high schools are located in 71291.
What is the racial composition of students in 71291?
71291 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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