For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 743 students in 71251, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71251, LA are Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71251 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71251, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71251, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weston High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
213 Highway 505
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Gr: PK-12 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
440 Old Winnfield Highway
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-6611
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-6611
Gr: 6-8 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71251, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71251, LA include Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71251?
2 public middle schools are located in 71251.
What is the racial composition of students in 71251?
71251 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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