Home > Louisiana > Morehouse Parish > Mer Rouge

Best 71261 Louisiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 524 students in 71261, LA.

The top-ranked public school in 71261, LA is Delta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 71261 have an score of 6% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and score of 7% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71261, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 71261, LA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Delta Elementary School

(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
:

Bottom 50%

7661 Mer Rouge/collinston Road
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443

Gr: PK-6 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 71261 Louisiana

71261, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Morehouse Alternative School (Closed 2023)

7661 Mer Rouge/collinston Rd
Mer Rouge, LA 71261
(318) 647-3443

Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 71261, LA?

The top-ranked public schools in 71261, LA include Delta Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 71261?

1 public schools are located in 71261.

What is the racial composition of students in 71261?

71261 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).