For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,063 students in 71301, LA.
The top ranked public preschools in 71301, LA are Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Horseshoe Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary 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
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary 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
| 600 students
Rank: #33.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary 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
| 291 students
Rank: #44.
L.s. Rugg Elementary 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
| 391 students
Rank: #55.
D.f. Huddle Elementary 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
| 391 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) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-3356
Grades: PK
| 136 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 preschools in 71301, LA?
The top ranked public preschools in 71301, LA include Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Horseshoe Drive Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71301?
5 public preschools are located in 71301.
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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