For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 2,917 students in 71129, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71129, LA are Walnut Hill Elementary/middle School and Turner Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71129 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71129, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 71129, LA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Hill Elementary/middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9360 Woolworth Road
Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 687-6610
Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 687-6610
Gr: PK-8 | 1,480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Turner Elementary Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5904 West 70th Street
Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 688-4380
Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 688-4380
Gr: PK-8 | 1,437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71129, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71129, LA include Walnut Hill Elementary/middle School and Turner Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 71129?
2 public preschools are located in 71129.
What is the racial composition of students in 71129?
71129 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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