For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 226 students in 71343, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71343, LA are Central High School and Block High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71343 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71343, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71343, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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.
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%
71343, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Aspire High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
180 Creek Bend Rd
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-4754
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-4754
Gr: 8-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
802 E H Johnson Street
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-9604
Jonesville, LA 71343
(318) 339-9604
Gr: 4-7 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71343, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71343, LA include Central High School and Block High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71343?
2 public middle schools are located in 71343.
What is the racial composition of students in 71343?
71343 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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