For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,427 students in 71201, LA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,196 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 71201, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71201, LA are J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School, Neville High School and Sallie Humble Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71201 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 71201, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 71201, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1207 Washington Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Neville High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Forsythe Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-2237
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-2237
Grades: 9-12
| 1,043 students
Rank: #33.
Sallie Humble Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3800 Westminister Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Grades: 3-6
| 660 students
Rank: #44.
Robert E. Lee Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 North 19th Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-1143
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-1143
Grades: 7-8
| 500 students
Rank: #55.
New Vision Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
507 Swayze Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Grades: PK-6
| 242 students
Rank: #66.
Carroll High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2939 Renwick Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 387-8441
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 387-8441
Grades: 9-12
| 602 students
Rank: #77.
Carroll Junior High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2945 Renwick Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-1683
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-1683
Grades: 7-8
| 303 students
Rank: n/an/a
1905 Spencer Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Grades: PK-2
| 614 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71201, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71201, LA include J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School, Neville High School and Sallie Humble Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71201, LA?
8 public schools are located in 71201, LA.
What percentage of students in 71201, LA go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 71201, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71201, LA?
71201, LA public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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