For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,288 students in 71405, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71405, LA are Ball Elementary School, Paradise Elementary School and Tioga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71405 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71405, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71405, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ball Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
89 Camp Livingston Road
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-5394
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-5394
Gr: PK-6 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Paradise Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5010 Monroe Highway
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-1033
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-1033
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Tioga Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4310 Pardue Road
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-9494
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-9494
Gr: PK-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71405, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71405, LA include Ball Elementary School, Paradise Elementary School and Tioga Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71405?
3 public elementary schools are located in 71405.
What is the racial composition of students in 71405?
71405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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