For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,449 students in Calhoun, LA.
The top ranked public schools in Calhoun, LA are Calhoun Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calhoun, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Calhoun have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Calhoun, LA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calhoun Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
191 Highway 80
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-5840
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-5840
Grades: 6-8
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1163 Highway 151 S
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-5842
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-5842
Grades: 3-5
| 439 students
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun Elementary School
Magnet School
237 Calhoun Road
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-1114
Calhoun, LA 71225
(318) 644-1114
Grades: PK-2
| 519 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Calhoun, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Calhoun, LA include Calhoun Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Calhoun?
3 public schools are located in Calhoun.
What is the racial composition of students in Calhoun?
Calhoun public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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