For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,131 students in 71220, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71220, LA are Morehouse Magnet School, Beekman Charter School and Bastrop High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71220 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71220, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71220 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Beekman Charter School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71220, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morehouse Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
909 Larche Lane
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-3126
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-3126
Gr: PK-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Beekman Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15190 Am Baker Road
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-1743
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-1743
Gr: PK-12 | 1,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Bastrop High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
402 Highland Avenue
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-0194
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318) 281-0194
Gr: 7-12 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71220, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71220, LA include Morehouse Magnet School, Beekman Charter School and Bastrop High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71220?
3 public high schools are located in 71220.
What is the racial composition of students in 71220?
71220 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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