For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,402 students in 71270, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 71270, LA are Ruston High School and Howard School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71270 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71270, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71270 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ruston High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71270, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ruston High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Bearcat Drive
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-0807
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-0807
Grades: 9-12
| 1,277 students
Rank: #22.
Howard School
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
904 Deville Lane
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-5763
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-5763
Grades: 2-12
| 125 students
71270, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lincoln Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1435 Mayberry
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-1889
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-1889
Grades: 4-7
| 51 students
Lincoln Parish Career Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1428 Arlington St
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 254-2096
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 254-2096
Grades: 7-12
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71270, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71270, LA include Ruston High School and Howard School.
How many public high schools are located in 71270?
2 public high schools are located in 71270.
What is the racial composition of students in 71270?
71270 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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