For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,480 students in 71201, LA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,127 private students). 80% 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 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71201, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 59% (majority Black).
Best 71201, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1207 Washington Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Gr: PK-6 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Neville High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Forsythe Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-2237
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 1,107 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Sallie Humble Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3800 Westminister Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 325-7659
Gr: 3-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Neville Junior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 North 19th Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-1143
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-1143
Gr: 7-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
New Vision Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
507 Swayze Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Gr: PK-6 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #66.
Carroll Junior High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2945 Renwick Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-1683
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-1683
Gr: 7-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Carroll High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2939 Renwick Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 387-8441
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 387-8441
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
1905 Spencer Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Gr: PK-2 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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?
8 public schools are located in 71201.
What percentage of students in 71201 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 71201 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71201?
71201 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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