For the 2023 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,569 students in 71446, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 71446, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71446, LA are Parkway Elementary School, Hicks High School and Pickering Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71446 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71446, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71446, LA Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkway Elementary School
Math: 38% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3585 University Parkway
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3363
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3363
Grades: 1-4
| 501 students
Rank: #22.
Hicks High School
Math: 37% | Reading: 53%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1296 Hicks School Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Grades: PK-12
| 339 students
Rank: #33.
Pickering Elementary School
Math: 37% | Reading: 52%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
116 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Grades: PK-6
| 692 students
Rank: #44.
Leesville High School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 54%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
502 Berry Avenue
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3464
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3464
Grades: 9-12
| 738 students
Rank: #55.
Pickering High School
Math: 28% | Reading: 46%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Grades: 7-12
| 435 students
Rank: #66.
Vernon Middle School
Math: 30% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1410 Nona Street
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 238-1505
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 238-1505
Grades: 5-6
| 358 students
Rank: #77.
Leesville Junior High School
Math: 26% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
480 Berry Avenue
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3874
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3874
Grades: 7-8
| 435 students
Rank: #88.
West Leesville Elementary School
Math: 19% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2330
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2330
Grades: 2-4
| 405 students
Rank: n/an/a
203 Belview Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-4966
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-4966
Grades: PK-1
| 369 students
Rank: n/an/a
4978 University Parkway
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-5109
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-5109
Grades: PK-K
| 297 students
71446, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gates School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
15112 Lake Charles Hwy
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 535-0247
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 535-0247
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Leesville Residential-employment Services Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
401 Nolan Trace
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2687
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2687
Grades: K-12
| 9 students
Vernon Parish Optional Program (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1100 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 392-0008
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 392-0008
Grades: 1-12
| 40 students
1100 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Grades: PK
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71446, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71446, LA are Parkway Elementary School, Hicks High School and Pickering Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71446, LA?
10 public schools are located in 71446, LA.
What percentage of students in 71446, LA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 71446, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71446, LA?
71446, LA minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 56% (majority Black).
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