For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,463 students in 71446, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71446, LA are Hicks High School, Leesville High School and Pickering High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71446 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71446, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71446 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leesville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71446, LA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Leesville High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Berry Avenue
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3464
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3464
Gr: 9-12 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Pickering High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
180 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Gr: 7-12 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
71446, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gates School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
15112 Lake Charles Hwy
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 535-0247
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 535-0247
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 high schools in 71446, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71446, LA include Hicks High School, Leesville High School and Pickering High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71446?
3 public high schools are located in 71446.
What is the racial composition of students in 71446?
71446 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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