For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,324 students in 71006, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 71006, LA are Kingston Elementary School, Benton High School and Benton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71006 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71006, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 71006, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
349 Fairburn Ave
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-2500
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-2500
Grades: K-4
| 745 students
Rank: #22.
Benton High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6136 Highway 3
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5240
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5240
Grades: 8-12
| 1,385 students
Rank: #33.
Benton Intermediate School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6140 Highway 3
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Grades: 5-6
| 769 students
Rank: #44.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
562 Highway 162
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5170
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5170
Grades: K-4
| 616 students
Rank: #55.
Benton Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6140 Highway 3
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Grades: 6-8
| 809 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71006, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71006, LA include Kingston Elementary School, Benton High School and Benton Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 71006, LA?
5 public schools are located in 71006, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in 71006, LA?
71006, LA public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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