For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,327 students in 71351, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71351, LA are Marksville Elementary School and Marksville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71351 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71351, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71351, LA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marksville Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 West Waddil Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Gr: PK-6 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Marksville High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
407 West Bon Tempt Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Gr: 7-12 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
71351, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
152 Schoolhouse Road
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Gr: 7-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71351, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71351, LA include Marksville Elementary School and Marksville High School.
How many public schools are located in 71351?
2 public schools are located in 71351.
What is the racial composition of students in 71351?
71351 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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