For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 582 students in 71362, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 283 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 71362, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 71362, LA is Plaucheville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71362 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71362, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71362, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plaucheville Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 1181 - School Loop 50
Plaucheville, LA 71362
(318) 922-3311
Plaucheville, LA 71362
(318) 922-3311
Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71362, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71362, LA include Plaucheville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71362?
1 public schools are located in 71362.
What percentage of students in 71362 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 71362 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71362?
71362 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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