For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,503 students in 71301, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 748 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 71301, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71301, LA are Scott M. Brame Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott M. Brame Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Gr: 6-8 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5700 Prescott Road
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-1987
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1951 Monroe Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-5791
Gr: PK-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Alexandria Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 Maryland Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Bolton Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Gr: 6-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Horseshoe Drive Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0579
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
D.f. Huddle Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Texas Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-7921
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1319 Bush Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 442-4536
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71301, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71301, LA include Scott M. Brame Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71301?
8 public schools are located in 71301.
What percentage of students in 71301 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 71301 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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