For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 856 students in 71463, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71463, LA are Oakdale Elementary School and Oakdale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71463 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71463, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71463, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Highway 1153
Oakdale, LA 71463
(318) 335-0690
Oakdale, LA 71463
(318) 335-0690
Gr: PK-4 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Oakdale Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
124 South 13th Street
Oakdale, LA 71463
(318) 335-1558
Oakdale, LA 71463
(318) 335-1558
Gr: 5-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71463, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71463, LA include Oakdale Elementary School and Oakdale Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71463?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71463.
What is the racial composition of students in 71463?
71463 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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