For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public school serving 534 students in 71261, LA.
The top ranked public school in 71261, LA is Delta Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71261 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71261, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 71261, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delta Jr. High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7661 Mer Rouge/collinston Road
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443
Grades: PK-6
| 534 students
71261, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Morehouse Alternative School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
7661 Mer Rouge/collinston Rd
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71261, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71261, LA include Delta Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 71261, LA?
1 public schools are located in 71261, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in 71261, LA?
71261, LA public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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