For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,752 students in 71078, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71078, LA are North Desoto High School, North Desoto Middle School 6-8 and North Desoto Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71078 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71078, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71078, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Desoto High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2571 Hwy. 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-6917
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-6917
Gr: 9-12 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
North Desoto Middle School 6-8
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2535 Hwy. 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-4520
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
North Desoto Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2535 Highway 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-1610
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-1610
Gr: 2-5 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2623 Hwy 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-2383
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-2383
Gr: PK-1 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71078, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71078, LA include North Desoto High School, North Desoto Middle School 6-8 and North Desoto Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71078?
4 public schools are located in 71078.
What is the racial composition of students in 71078?
71078 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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