For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 381 students in 71040, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71040, LA is Homer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71040 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71040, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71040, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homer Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
624 Pelican Drive
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2393
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2393
Gr: PK-4 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
71040, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Claiborne Alternative School Setting (Class) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
626 Pelican Dr
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
David Wade Correctional Center - Ssd #1 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Gr: Inquire with school | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71040, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71040, LA include Homer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71040?
1 public preschools are located in 71040.
What is the racial composition of students in 71040?
71040 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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