For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,061 students in 71342, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 71342 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71342, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71342, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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.
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 elementary schools in 71342, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71342, LA include Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Nebo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71342?
4 public elementary schools are located in 71342.
What is the racial composition of students in 71342?
71342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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