For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,238 students in 71405, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71405, LA are Ball Elementary School, Paradise Elementary School and Tioga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71405 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71405, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71405, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ball Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
89 Camp Livingston Road
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-5394
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-5394
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Paradise Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5010 Monroe Highway
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-1033
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-1033
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Tioga Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4310 Pardue Road
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-9494
Ball, LA 71405
(318) 640-9494
Gr: PK-6 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71405, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71405, LA include Ball Elementary School, Paradise Elementary School and Tioga Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71405?
3 public schools are located in 71405.
What is the racial composition of students in 71405?
71405 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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