For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 323 students in Cottonport, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 245 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in Cottonport, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in Cottonport, LA is Cottonport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonport, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Cottonport have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cottonport, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonport Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
950 Lemoine Street
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Grades: PK-6
| 318 students
Rank: n/an/a
Raymond Laborde Correctional Center
Special Education School
1630 Prison Road
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-2891
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-2891
Grades: 10-12
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cottonport, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Cottonport, LA include Cottonport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cottonport, LA?
2 public schools are located in Cottonport, LA.
What percentage of students in Cottonport, LA go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in Cottonport, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonport, LA?
Cottonport, LA public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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