For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,564 students in 71342, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 102 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 Jena High 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 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71342, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goodpine Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12642 Hwy 84 West
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Gr: 3-5 | 270 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Jena Junior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 E. Southern Ave.
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Jena High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
243 East High School Drive
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Nebo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hwy. 777
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
758 E. Sharbono Street
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Gr: PK-2 | 392 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
71342, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lasalle Parish Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
P O Drawer 90
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
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 Jena High School.
How many public schools are located in 71342?
5 public schools are located in 71342.
What percentage of students in 71342 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 71342 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71342?
71342 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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