Best 71243 Louisiana Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 305 students in 71243, LA.
The top-ranked public school in 71243, LA is Fort Necessity School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71243 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71243, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 71243, LA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Necessity School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10630 Highway 562
Fort Necessity, LA 71243
(318) 723-4793
Gr: PK-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 71243, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71243, LA include Fort Necessity School.
How many public schools are located in 71243?
1 public schools are located in 71243.
What is the racial composition of students in 71243?
71243 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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