For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,200 students in 71052, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71052, LA are Mansfield High School, Mansfield Elementary School and Mansfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71052 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71052, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71052, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mansfield High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Kings Highway
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-0793
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-0793
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Mansfield Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1915 Mcarthur Dr
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-1772
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-1772
Gr: PK-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Mansfield Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1915 Mcarthur Dr
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-1309
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-1309
Gr: 5-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
71052, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Desoto Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2269 Whaley St
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 871-0493
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 871-0493
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Desoto Career Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2269 Whaley St
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 871-0493
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 871-0493
Gr: 7-12
1915 Mcarthur Dr.
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-3979
Mansfield, LA 71052
(318) 872-3979
Gr: PK-2 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71052, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71052, LA include Mansfield High School, Mansfield Elementary School and Mansfield Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 71052?
3 public schools are located in 71052.
What is the racial composition of students in 71052?
71052 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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