For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,302 students in 71301, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 739 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 71301, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71301, LA are Scott M. Brame Middle School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scott M. Brame Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Grades: 6-8
| 794 students
Rank: #22.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1951 Monroe Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Grades: PK-6
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Cherokee Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5700 Prescott Road
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #44.
Bolton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Grades: 9-12
| 629 students
Rank: #55.
Alexandria Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
122 Maryland Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Grades: 5-8
| 608 students
Rank: #66.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #77.
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1319 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
Rank: #88.
D.f. Huddle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Texas Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Grades: PK-4
| 444 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson Head Start
Magnet School
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Grades: PK
| 136 students
71301, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ewell S. Aiken Optional School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1323 Vance Ave
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-3177
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1402 Reed Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-5443
Grades: 6
| 177 students
2121 Mason Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3148
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71301, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71301, LA include Scott M. Brame Middle School, Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71301?
9 public schools are located in 71301.
What percentage of students in 71301 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 71301 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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