For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,319 students in 71302, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 218 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 71302, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71302, LA are Phoenix Magnet Elementary School, Poland Junior High School and Peabody Montessori Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71302 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71302, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71302, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4500 Lincoln Road
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6296
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6296
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Poland Junior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3348 Highway 457
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Peabody Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2416 3rd Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-5012
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-5012
Gr: PK-6 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Martin Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4203 Lisa Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-1695
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-1695
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Acadian Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
310 Richmond Drive
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 487-1203
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 487-1203
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Jones Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Alma Redwine Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1323 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3177
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3177
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Peabody Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2727 Jones Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-3457
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-3457
Gr: 9-12 | 1,071 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71302, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71302, LA include Phoenix Magnet Elementary School, Poland Junior High School and Peabody Montessori Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71302?
8 public schools are located in 71302.
What percentage of students in 71302 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 71302 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71302?
71302 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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