For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 854 students in 71251, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 71251, LA are Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71251 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71251, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71251 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weston High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71251, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weston High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
213 Highway 505
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Grades: PK-12
| 632 students
Rank: #22.
Jonesboro-hodge High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Pershing Highway
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-4138
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-4138
Grades: 9-12
| 222 students
71251, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Northeast Street
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-9154
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-9154
Grades: PK-1
| 183 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71251, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71251, LA include Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71251?
2 public high schools are located in 71251.
What is the racial composition of students in 71251?
71251 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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