For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,552 students in 71292, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 168 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 71292, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71292, LA are West Ouachita High School, Pinecrest Elementary/middle School and Woodlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71292 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 71292, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 71292, LA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Ouachita High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4061 Caples Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 249-2117
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 249-2117
Grades: 8-12
| 1,080 students
Rank: #22.
Pinecrest Elementary/middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3604 Highway 557
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-4331
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-4331
Grades: PK-8
| 187 students
Rank: #33.
Woodlawn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5946 Jonesboro Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1578
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1578
Grades: PK-5
| 565 students
Rank: #44.
Woodlawn Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 Woodlawn School Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1575
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 325-1575
Grades: 6-8
| 314 students
Rank: #55.
Lenwil Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
112 Arrant Road
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 323-3604
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 323-3604
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #66.
Riser Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Price Drive
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0567
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0567
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
Rank: #77.
Riverbend Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Austin Avenue
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 361-0155
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 361-0155
Grades: 1-5
| 322 students
Rank: #88.
Riser Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Price Drive
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0577
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 387-0577
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71292, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71292, LA include West Ouachita High School, Pinecrest Elementary/middle School and Woodlawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71292?
8 public schools are located in 71292.
What percentage of students in 71292 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 71292 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71292?
71292 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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