For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 797 students in 71282, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71282, LA are Wright Elementary School, Tallulah Elementary School and Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71282 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71282, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71282, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
809 Wyche Street
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-4430
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-4430
Gr: 3-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Tallulah Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Johnson Street
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-0732
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-0732
Gr: PK-2 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1234 Madison High Drive
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-0933
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-0933
Gr: 6-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
71282, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Tallulah Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1206 North Cedar Street
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-1587
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-1587
Gr: PK-9 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
600 Bayou Drive
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-4747
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-4747
Gr: 8-12 | 190 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Westside Alternative High School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
1005 West Green Street
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-6365
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-6365
Gr: 10-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71282, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71282, LA include Wright Elementary School, Tallulah Elementary School and Madison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71282?
3 public elementary schools are located in 71282.
What is the racial composition of students in 71282?
71282 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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