For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 668 students in 71351, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 71351, LA is Marksville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71351 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71351, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71351, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marksville Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 West Waddil Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Gr: PK-6 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
71351, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
152 Schoolhouse Road
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Gr: 7-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71351, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71351, LA include Marksville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71351?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71351.
What is the racial composition of students in 71351?
71351 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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