For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 734 students in 71486, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 71486, LA are Zwolle High School and Zwolle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71486 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71486, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71486, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zwolle High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
649 Championship Drive
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6104
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6104
Gr: 7-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Zwolle Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
743 Championship Drive
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6294
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6294
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
71486, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 768
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6369
Zwolle, LA 71486
(318) 645-6369
Gr: 5-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71486, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71486, LA include Zwolle High School and Zwolle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71486?
2 public schools are located in 71486.
What is the racial composition of students in 71486?
71486 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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