For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,570 students in 71291, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71291, LA are Claiborne School, Drew Elementary School and Kiroli Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71291 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71291, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71291, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claiborne School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1011 Wallace Dean Road
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-8200
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-8200
Gr: PK-5 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Drew Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1132 Highway 15
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-7186
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-7186
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Kiroli Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Kiroli Road
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-1118
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-1118
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Boley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2213 Cypress St
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 432-2250
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 432-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 Wellerman Road
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-1213
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 396-1213
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
700 Natchitoches Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 325-3634
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 325-3634
Gr: PK-K | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
71291, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
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
Gr: 6-8 | 53 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71291, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71291, LA include Claiborne School, Drew Elementary School and Kiroli Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71291?
6 public preschools are located in 71291.
What is the racial composition of students in 71291?
71291 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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