For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 255 students in 71327, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 245 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 71327, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 71327, LA is Cottonport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71327 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71327, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71327, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonport Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 Lemoine Street
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Cottonport, LA 71327
(318) 876-3404
Gr: PK-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71327, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71327, LA include Cottonport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71327?
1 public schools are located in 71327.
What percentage of students in 71327 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 71327 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71327?
71327 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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