For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 302 students in 71327, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 238 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 71327, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in 71327, LA is Cottonport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71327 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71327, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71327, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonport Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
950 Lemoine Street
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Grades: PK-6
| 297 students
Rank: n/an/a
Raymond Laborde Correctional Center
Special Education School
1630 Prison Road
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-2891
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-2891
Grades: 10-12
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71327, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71327, LA include Cottonport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71327?
2 public schools are located in 71327.
What percentage of students in 71327 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 71327 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71327?
71327 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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