For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,180 students in 71203, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71203, LA are Cypress Point Elementary School, Jack Hayes Elementary School and Lakeshore School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71203 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71203, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 71203, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cypress Point Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Mosswood Drive
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 345-5666
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 345-5666
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Jack Hayes Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3631 Old Sterlington Road
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-4560
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-4560
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Lakeshore School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
550 Balboa Street
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-1173
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-1173
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Elm Street
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 322-9533
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 322-9533
Gr: PK-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
235 Swartz School Rd
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-8883
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 343-8883
Gr: PK-2 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71203, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71203, LA include Cypress Point Elementary School, Jack Hayes Elementary School and Lakeshore School.
How many public preschools are located in 71203?
5 public preschools are located in 71203.
What is the racial composition of students in 71203?
71203 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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