For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,126 students in 71342, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71342, LA are Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Nebo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71342 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71342, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 71342, LA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Goodpine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12642 Hwy 84 West
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Grades: 3-5
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Jena Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 E. Southern Ave.
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Grades: 6-8
| 297 students
Rank: #33.
Nebo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hwy. 777
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Grades: PK-8
| 162 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jena Elementary School
Magnet School
758 E. Sharbono Street
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-2386
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-2386
Grades: PK-2
| 399 students
71342, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lasalle Parish Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
P O Drawer 90
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-8905
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71342, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71342, LA include Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Nebo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71342?
4 public elementary schools are located in 71342.
What is the racial composition of students in 71342?
71342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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