For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 253 students in 71040, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 71040, LA is Homer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71040 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71040, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71040 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Homer High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71040, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Homer High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1008 North Main
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2985
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-2985
Grades: 9-12
| 249 students
Rank: n/an/a
David Wade Correctional Center
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Grades: 10-12
| 4 students
71040, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Claiborne Alternative School Setting (Class) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
626 Pelican Dr
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-6257
Grades: K-12
| 12 students
David Wade Correctional Center - Ssd #1 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
670 Bell Hill Road
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Homer, LA 71040
(318) 927-0400
Grades: Inquire with school
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71040, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71040, LA include Homer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71040?
2 public high schools are located in 71040.
What is the racial composition of students in 71040?
71040 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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