Best 71301 Louisiana Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,445 students in 71301, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71301, LA are Scott M. Brame Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 71301, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott M. Brame Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Gr: 6-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5700 Prescott Road
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1951 Monroe Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Alexandria Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
122 Maryland Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Gr: 5-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2905 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
D.f. Huddle Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
505 Texas Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Gr: PK-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1319 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 71301 Louisiana

71301, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1323 Vance Ave
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Gr: 9-12
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Gr: 6 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
2121 Mason Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71301, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71301, LA include Scott M. Brame Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71301?
7 public elementary schools are located in 71301.
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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