Best 71423 Louisiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 438 students in 71423, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71423, LA is Grant Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71423 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71423, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).

Best 71423, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grant Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17773 Highway 167
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-5697
Gr: 6-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71423, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71423, LA include Grant Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71423?
1 public middle schools are located in 71423.
What is the racial composition of students in 71423?
71423 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).

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