For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,866 students in 71457, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 494 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 71457, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71457, LA are Natchitoches Magnet School, Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts and Natchitoches Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71457 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 71457, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 71457, LA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Natchitoches Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Koonce Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-1252
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-1252
Grades: PK-8
| 420 students
Rank: #22.
Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
715 University Parkway
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-2500
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-2500
Grades: 10-12
| 275 students
Rank: #33.
Natchitoches Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6513 Hwy. 1 South Bypass
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2211
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2211
Grades: 9-12
| 1,245 students
Rank: #44.
Natchitoches Jr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1621 Welch Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 238-0066
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 238-0066
Grades: 7-8
| 325 students
Rank: #55.
Natchitoches Parish Technical And Career Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
820 Koonce St.
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-9410
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-9410
Grades: 4-12
| 220 students
Rank: #66.
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 East Fifth Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-4516
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-4516
Grades: 5-6
| 356 students
Rank: #77.
M.r. Weaver Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 St.maurice Lane
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-3623
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-3623
Grades: 3-4
| 377 students
Rank: #88.
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Gold Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2369
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2369
Grades: PK-2
| 648 students
71457, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
800 Koonce Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2764
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2764
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71457, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71457, LA include Natchitoches Magnet School, Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts and Natchitoches Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 71457?
8 public schools are located in 71457.
What percentage of students in 71457 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 71457 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71457?
71457 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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