For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 331 students in 71418, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71418, LA is Caldwell Parish Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71418 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71418, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71418, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
114 Trojan Drive
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-2340
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-2340
Gr: 6-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinehill Alternative High School
Special Education School
132 Hwy 850
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-6097
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-6097
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71418, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71418, LA include Caldwell Parish Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71418?
2 public middle schools are located in 71418.
What is the racial composition of students in 71418?
71418 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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