For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 463 students in 71079, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71079, LA are Summerfield High School and Northeast Claiborne Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71079 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71079, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71079, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summerfield High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Highway 9
Summerfield, LA 71079
(318) 927-3621
Summerfield, LA 71079
(318) 927-3621
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Northeast Claiborne Charter
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
485 West Holly
Summerfield, LA 71079
(870) 924-0101
Summerfield, LA 71079
(870) 924-0101
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71079, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71079, LA include Summerfield High School and Northeast Claiborne Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71079.
What is the racial composition of students in 71079?
71079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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