Best 70571 Louisiana Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 698 students in 70571, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in 70571, LA is Opelousas Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70571 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70571, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70571 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Opelousas Senior High School, with 71% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).

Best 70571, LA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Opelousas Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1014 Judson Walsh Drive
Opelousas, LA 70571
(337) 942-5634
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70571, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70571, LA include Opelousas Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70571?
1 public high schools are located in 70571.
What is the racial composition of students in 70571?
70571 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).

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