Best Simmesport Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 197 students in Simmesport, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Simmesport, LA is Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Simmesport, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Simmesport have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Simmesport, LA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
549 Norwood Street
Simmesport, LA 71369
(318) 941-2699
Gr: PK-6 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Simmesport, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Simmesport, LA include Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Simmesport?
1 public schools are located in Simmesport.
What is the racial composition of students in Simmesport?
Simmesport public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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