For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,573 students in Jena, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Jena, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Jena, LA are Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Jena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jena, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Jena have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Jena, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goodpine Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12642 Hwy 84 West
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5665
Gr: 3-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Jena Junior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 E. Southern Ave.
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5815
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Jena High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
243 East High School Drive
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5195
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Nebo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hwy. 777
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
758 E. Sharbono Street
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Gr: PK-2 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jena, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Jena, LA include Goodpine Middle School, Jena Junior High School and Jena High School.
How many public schools are located in Jena?
5 public schools are located in Jena.
What percentage of students in Jena go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Jena are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jena?
Jena public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Jena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jena include: Jena Elementary School vs. Nebo Elementary School, Nebo Elementary School vs. Jena Elementary School, Jena High School vs. Jena Junior High School
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