For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 659 students in 71351, LA.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 71351 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71351, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71351, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
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 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 middle schools in 71351, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71351, LA include Marksville High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71351?
1 public middle schools are located in 71351.
What is the racial composition of students in 71351?
71351 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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