For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,232 students in 71201, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71201, LA are J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School and New Vision Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71201 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71201, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 71201, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1207 Washington Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-8976
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
New Vision Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
507 Swayze Street
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 338-9995
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
1905 Spencer Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 322-9753
Gr: PK-2 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71201, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71201, LA include J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School and New Vision Learning Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 71201?
3 public preschools are located in 71201.
What is the racial composition of students in 71201?
71201 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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