For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 796 students in Jonesboro, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Jonesboro, LA are Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jonesboro, LA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Jonesboro have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Jonesboro, LA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weston High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Jonesboro, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weston High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
213 Highway 505
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-7313
Gr: PK-12 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Jonesboro-hodge High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Pershing Highway
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-4138
Jonesboro, LA 71251
(318) 259-4138
Gr: 9-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Jonesboro, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Jonesboro, LA include Weston High School and Jonesboro-hodge High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jonesboro?
2 public high schools are located in Jonesboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Jonesboro?
Jonesboro public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Jonesboro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Jonesboro include: Jonesboro-hodge High School vs. Weston High School
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