For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 280 students in 71282, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 71282, LA is Madison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71282 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71282, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71282 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71282, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1234 Madison High Drive
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-3529
Tallulah, LA 71282
(318) 574-3529
Gr: 8-12 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 high schools in 71282, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71282, LA include Madison High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71282?
1 public high schools are located in 71282.
What is the racial composition of students in 71282?
71282 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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