Best Start Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 332 students in Start, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Start, LA is Start Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Start, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Start have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Start, LA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Start Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
883 Charleston Street
Start, LA 71279
(318) 728-2074
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Start, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Start, LA include Start Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Start?
1 public schools are located in Start.
What is the racial composition of students in Start?
Start public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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