For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 92 students in 71361, LA.
The top-ranked public school in 71361, LA is Pinecrest Supports & Services Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71361 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71361, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71361, LA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5191 Pinecrest Dr. Opc/dental
Pineville, LA 71361
(318) 487-5694
Pineville, LA 71361
(318) 487-5694
Gr: K-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
71361, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Louisiana State Hospital (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
242 West Shamrock St Unit 8b
Pineville, LA 71361
(318) 484-6549
Pineville, LA 71361
(318) 484-6549
Gr: K-12
Gateway Adolescent Treatment Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Unit 6 Meadow Lane
Pineville, LA 71361
(225) 484-6926
Pineville, LA 71361
(225) 484-6926
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71361, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71361, LA include Pinecrest Supports & Services Center.
How many public schools are located in 71361?
1 public schools are located in 71361.
What is the racial composition of students in 71361?
71361 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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