For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 359 students in 71254, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71254, LA is Southside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71254 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71254, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 71254, LA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1307 Gould Street
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 559-0325
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 559-0325
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
71254, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1046 Hwy 577
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 552-6366
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 552-6366
Gr: K-8
1046 Highway 577
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 552-6366
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 552-6366
Gr: K-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
328 Regenold St
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 559-2887
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(318) 559-2887
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Washington Academy Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
1900 Marietta St
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(870) 772-4792
Lake Providence, LA 71254
(870) 772-4792
Gr: 8-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71254, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71254, LA include Southside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71254?
1 public preschools are located in 71254.
What is the racial composition of students in 71254?
71254 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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