For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,614 students in 71342, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 71342, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71342, LA are Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Nebo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71342 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71342, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 71342, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Goodpine Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12642 Hwy 84 West
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Grades: 3-5
| 262 students
Rank: #22.
Jena Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 E. Southern Ave.
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Grades: 6-8
| 305 students
Rank: #33.
Nebo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hwy. 777
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Grades: PK-8
| 152 students
Rank: #44.
Jena High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
243 East High School Drive
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Grades: 9-12
| 504 students
Rank: n/an/a
1941 East Oak Street
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Grades: PK-2
| 391 students
71342, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lasalle Parish Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
P O Drawer 90
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71342, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71342, LA include Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Nebo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71342, LA?
5 public schools are located in 71342, LA.
What percentage of students in 71342, LA go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 71342, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71342, LA?
71342, LA public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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