For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 290 students in 71497, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71497, LA is N.s.u. Elementary Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71497 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71497, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 71497, LA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N.s.u. Elementary Lab School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
#1 Caldwell Nsu Campus-w Easto
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 238-6385
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 238-6385
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71497, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71497, LA include N.s.u. Elementary Lab School.
How many public preschools are located in 71497?
1 public preschools are located in 71497.
What is the racial composition of students in 71497?
71497 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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