Best 71346 Louisiana Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 430 students in 71346, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71346, LA are Rapides High School and Carter C. Raymond Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71346 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71346, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 71346, LA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rapides High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9463 Highway 71 South
Lecompte, LA 71346
(318) 776-9371
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Carter C. Raymond Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2510 St. Charles
Lecompte, LA 71346
(318) 776-5489
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 71346, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71346, LA include Rapides High School and Carter C. Raymond Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 71346?
2 public schools are located in 71346.
What is the racial composition of students in 71346?
71346 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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