For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,412 students in 71302, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71302, LA are Phoenix Magnet Elementary School, Peabody Montessori Elementary School and Poland Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71302 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71302, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 71302, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4500 Lincoln Road
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6296
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6296
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #22.
Peabody Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2416 3rd Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-5012
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-5012
Grades: PK-6
| 483 students
Rank: #33.
Poland Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3348 Highway 457
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Grades: PK-8
| 349 students
Rank: #44.
Martin Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4203 Lisa Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-1695
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 448-1695
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #55.
Alma Redwine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1323 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3177
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3177
Grades: PK-5
| 232 students
Rank: #66.
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Jones Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Grades: 6-8
| 415 students
Rank: #77.
Acadian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
310 Richmond Drive
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 487-1203
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 487-1203
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
71302, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
E. C. Hayes Exceptional School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4020 Aaron Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3857
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3857
Grades: K-12
| 73 students
4020 Aaron Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-0031
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-0031
Grades: PK-5
| 168 students
Learning Effective Attitudes & Discipline Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4645 Lincoln Rd
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-0685
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-0685
Grades: K-12
| 142 students
3111 Jones Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 443-9093
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 443-9093
Grades: 6
| 147 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71302, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71302, LA include Phoenix Magnet Elementary School, Peabody Montessori Elementary School and Poland Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71302?
7 public elementary schools are located in 71302.
What is the racial composition of students in 71302?
71302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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