For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,794 students in 71292, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71292, LA are Pinecrest Elementary/middle School, West Ouachita High School and Woodlawn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71292 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71292, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71292, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinecrest Elementary/middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3604 Highway 557
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-4331
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-4331
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
West Ouachita High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4061 Caples Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 249-2117
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 249-2117
Gr: 8-12 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Woodlawn Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 Woodlawn School Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1575
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1575
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Riser Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Price Drive
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0567
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0567
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71292, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71292, LA include Pinecrest Elementary/middle School, West Ouachita High School and Woodlawn Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71292?
4 public middle schools are located in 71292.
What is the racial composition of students in 71292?
71292 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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