For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 598 students in Lena, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Lena, LA is Northwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lena, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lena have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lena, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8830 Highway 1 North
Lena, LA 71447
(318) 793-8021
Lena, LA 71447
(318) 793-8021
Gr: PK-12 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lena, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lena, LA include Northwood High School.
How many public schools are located in Lena?
1 public schools are located in Lena.
What is the racial composition of students in Lena?
Lena public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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