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Best 71457 Louisiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,317 students in 71457, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 510 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 71457, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).

The top-ranked public schools in 71457, LA are Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts, Natchitoches Central High School and Natchitoches Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 71457 have an score of 19% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71457, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 71457, LA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts

Special Education School
Magnet School

(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥50% )
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Top 20%

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715 University Parkway
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-2500

Gr: 10-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Rank: #22.

Natchitoches Central High School

(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
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6513 Hwy. 1 South Bypass
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2211

Gr: 9-12 | 1,188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Rank: #33.

Natchitoches Jr. High School

(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
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1621 Welch Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 238-0066

Gr: 7-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Rank: #44.

East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School

(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
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1001 East Fifth Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-4516

Gr: 5-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Rank: #55.

M.r. Weaver Elementary School

(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
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520 St.maurice Lane
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-3623

Gr: 3-4 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #66.

Natchitoches Parish Technical And Career Center

Alternative School

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
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820 Koonce St.
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 357-9410

Gr: 4-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Rank: #77.

L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School

(Math: 21% | Reading: 36% )
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1500 Gold Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 352-2369

Gr: PK-2 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 71457, LA?

The top-ranked public schools in 71457, LA include Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts, Natchitoches Central High School and Natchitoches Jr. High School.

How many public schools are located in 71457?

7 public schools are located in 71457.

What percentage of students in 71457 go to public school?

89% of all K-12 students in 71457 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).

What is the racial composition of students in 71457?

71457 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).