For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,494 students in 71423, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71423, LA are South Grant Elementary School, Grant High School and Grant Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71423 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71423, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71423, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Grant Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Highway 1241
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 641-1882
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 641-1882
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Grant High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17779 Highway 167
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-3331
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-3331
Gr: 9-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Grant Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17773 Highway 167
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-5697
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-5697
Gr: 6-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71423, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71423, LA include South Grant Elementary School, Grant High School and Grant Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 71423?
3 public schools are located in 71423.
What is the racial composition of students in 71423?
71423 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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