For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 232 students in 71040, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71040, LA is Homer Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71040 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71040, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71040, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homer Junior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
612 Pelican Drive
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2826
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2826
Gr: 5-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
71040, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Claiborne Alternative School Setting (Class) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
626 Pelican Dr
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
David Wade Correctional Center - Ssd #1 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Gr: Inquire with school | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71040, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71040, LA include Homer Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71040?
1 public middle schools are located in 71040.
What is the racial composition of students in 71040?
71040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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