For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 921 students in 71423, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71423, LA are South Grant Elementary School and Grant Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71423 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71423, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71423, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Grant Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Highway 1241
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 641-1882
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 641-1882
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Grant Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17773 Highway 167
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-5697
Dry Prong, LA 71423
(318) 899-5697
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
71423, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71423, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71423, LA include South Grant Elementary School and Grant Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71423?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71423.
What is the racial composition of students in 71423?
71423 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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