For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,920 students in 71301, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 748 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 71301, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71301, LA are Cherokee Elementary School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Scott M. Brame Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5700 Prescott Road
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: #22.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1951 Monroe Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Grades: PK-6
| 370 students
Rank: #33.
Scott M. Brame Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Grades: 6-8
| 739 students
Rank: #44.
Bolton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Grades: 9-12
| 546 students
Rank: #55.
Alexandria Middle Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 Maryland Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #66.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary New Vision Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #77.
D.f. Huddle Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Texas Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #88.
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1319 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: n/an/a
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-4415
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-4415
Grades: PK
| 69 students
2121 Mason Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
71301, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ewell S. Aiken Optional School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1323 Vance Ave
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Grades: 6
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71301, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71301, LA include Cherokee Elementary School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Scott M. Brame Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 71301, LA?
10 public schools are located in 71301, LA.
What percentage of students in 71301, LA go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 71301, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71301, LA?
71301, LA public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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