For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,612 students in 71037, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71037, LA are Platt Elementary School, Haughton Elementary School and Haughton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71037 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71037, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71037, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platt Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4680 East Highway 80
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5870
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5870
Gr: 2-3 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Haughton Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
395 South Elm Street
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-7400
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Haughton Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Champion Shores
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5560
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5560
Gr: 6-8 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
4670 East Highway 80
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5940
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5940
Gr: PK-1 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71037, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71037, LA include Platt Elementary School, Haughton Elementary School and Haughton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71037?
4 public elementary schools are located in 71037.
What is the racial composition of students in 71037?
71037 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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