For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 729 students in Belcher, LA.
The top ranked public school in Belcher, LA is Herndon Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belcher, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Belcher have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Belcher, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herndon Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11845 Gamm Road
Belcher, LA 71004
(318) 221-7676
Belcher, LA 71004
(318) 221-7676
Grades: K-8
| 729 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Belcher, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Belcher, LA include Herndon Magnet School.
How many public schools are located in Belcher?
1 public schools are located in Belcher.
What is the racial composition of students in Belcher?
Belcher public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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