For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,700 students in 71303, LA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,703 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 71303, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71303, LA are J.b. Nachman Elementary School, Alexandria Senior High School and North Bayou Rapides Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71303 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71303, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71303, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J.b. Nachman Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4102 Wakefield Blvd
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-7725
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-7725
Grades: PK-5
| 595 students
Rank: #22.
Alexandria Senior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Ola Lane
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 448-8234
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 448-8234
Grades: 9-12
| 1,558 students
Rank: #33.
North Bayou Rapides Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5500 England Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-4260
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-4260
Grades: 1-3
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Mabel Brasher Montessori
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Cloverleaf Boulevard
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-0878
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-0878
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
71303, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1254 Macarthur Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-2254
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-2254
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Louisiana Youth Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
400 John Allison Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Grades: 5-12
| 96 students
521 Mckeithen Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Grades: PK
| 120 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71303, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71303, LA include J.b. Nachman Elementary School, Alexandria Senior High School and North Bayou Rapides Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71303?
4 public schools are located in 71303.
What percentage of students in 71303 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 71303 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71303?
71303 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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