For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 425 students in 71418, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 71418, LA is Caldwell Parish High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71418 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71418, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71418 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Caldwell Parish High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71418, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Caldwell Parish High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
163 Spartan Drive
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-2750
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-2750
Grades: 9-12
| 425 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pinehill Alternative High School
Special Education School
132 Hwy 850
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-6097
Columbia, LA 71418
(318) 649-6097
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71418, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71418, LA include Caldwell Parish High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71418?
2 public high schools are located in 71418.
What is the racial composition of students in 71418?
71418 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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