For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 341 students in 71366, LA (there are , serving 147 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 71366, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71366, LA are Tensas Elementary School and Tensas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71366 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71366, LA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71366, LA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tensas Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Frontage Road
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3346
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3346
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Tensas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Plank Road
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3585
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-3585
Gr: 6-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71366, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71366, LA include Tensas Elementary School and Tensas High School.
How many public schools are located in 71366?
2 public schools are located in 71366.
What percentage of students in 71366 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 71366 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71366?
71366 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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