For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 640 students in 71351, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 71351, LA is Marksville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71351 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71351, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71351 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marksville High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71351, LA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marksville High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
407 West Bon Tempt Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Gr: 7-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 high schools in 71351, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71351, LA include Marksville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71351?
1 public high schools are located in 71351.
What is the racial composition of students in 71351?
71351 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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