For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,136 students in 71446, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71446, LA are Hicks High School, Leesville Junior High School and Pickering High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71446 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71446, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71446, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hicks High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1296 Hicks School Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Gr: PK-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Leesville Junior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
480 Berry Avenue
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3874
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3874
Gr: 7-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Pickering High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
180 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Gr: 7-12 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71446, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71446, LA include Hicks High School, Leesville Junior High School and Pickering High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71446?
3 public middle schools are located in 71446.
What is the racial composition of students in 71446?
71446 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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