For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,568 students in 71006, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 71006, LA is Benton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71006 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71006, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71006 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benton High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71006, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
449 Fairburn Avenue
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2580
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2580
Gr: 8-12 | 1,568 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71006, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71006, LA include Benton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71006?
1 public high schools are located in 71006.
What is the racial composition of students in 71006?
71006 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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