For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 335 students in 71279, LA.
The top-ranked public school in 71279, LA is Start Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71279 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71279, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71279, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Start Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
883 Charleston Street
Start, LA 71279
(318) 728-2074
Start, LA 71279
(318) 728-2074
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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What are the top-ranked public schools in 71279, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71279, LA include Start Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71279?
1 public schools are located in 71279.
What is the racial composition of students in 71279?
71279 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).