For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 484 students in 71079, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 71079, LA are Summerfield High School and Northeast Claiborne Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71079 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71079, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71079 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Summerfield High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71079, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summerfield High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Highway 9
Summerfield, LA 71079
(318) 927-3621
Summerfield, LA 71079
(318) 927-3621
Grades: PK-12
| 273 students
Rank: #22.
Northeast Claiborne Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
485 West Holly
Summerfield, LA 71079
(870) 924-0101
Summerfield, LA 71079
(870) 924-0101
Grades: K-12
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71079, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71079, LA include Summerfield High School and Northeast Claiborne Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 71079?
2 public high schools are located in 71079.
What is the racial composition of students in 71079?
71079 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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