For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,713 students in 71446, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 71446 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71446, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71446, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3585 University Parkway
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3363
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3363
Gr: 1-4 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Hicks High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1296 Hicks School Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Gr: PK-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Pickering Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
West Leesville Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2330
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2330
Gr: 1-4 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Nona Street
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 238-1505
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 238-1505
Gr: 5-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
71446, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
1100 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Gr: PK | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71446, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71446, LA include Parkway Elementary School, Hicks High School and Pickering Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71446?
5 public elementary schools are located in 71446.
What is the racial composition of students in 71446?
71446 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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