For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,252 students in 71037, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 71037, LA are Platt Elementary School, Haughton High School and Haughton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71037 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71037, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71037, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Platt Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4680 East Highway 80
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5870
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5870
Grades: 2-3
| 511 students
Rank: #22.
Haughton High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 East Mckinley Street
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5450
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5450
Grades: 8-12
| 1,412 students
Rank: #33.
Haughton Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
395 South Elm Street
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-7400
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 670 students
Rank: #44.
Haughton Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Champion Shores
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5560
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5560
Grades: 6-8
| 1,052 students
Rank: n/an/a
4670 East Highway 80
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5940
Haughton, LA 71037
(318) 549-5940
Grades: PK-1
| 607 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71037, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71037, LA include Platt Elementary School, Haughton High School and Haughton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71037?
5 public schools are located in 71037.
What is the racial composition of students in 71037?
71037 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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