For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 283 students in Dodson, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Dodson, LA is Dodson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dodson, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Dodson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dodson, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dodson High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
305 Jones Street
Dodson, LA 71422
(318) 628-2172
Dodson, LA 71422
(318) 628-2172
Gr: PK-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dodson, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Dodson, LA include Dodson High School.
How many public schools are located in Dodson?
1 public schools are located in Dodson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dodson?
Dodson public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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