For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 437 students in 71343, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 71 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 71343, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71343, LA are Central High School, Jonesville Elementary School and Block High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71343 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71343, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71343, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
244 Larto Bayou Road
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-7574
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-7574
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Jonesville Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1219 Cora Drive
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-8588
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-8588
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Block High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Division Street
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-7996
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-7996
Gr: 6-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71343, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71343, LA include Central High School, Jonesville Elementary School and Block High School.
How many public schools are located in 71343?
3 public schools are located in 71343.
What percentage of students in 71343 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 71343 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71343?
71343 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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