For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 964 students in 71306, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71306, LA are Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center, Buckeye High School and Renaissance Home For Youth. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71306 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71306, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71306, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5400 Coliseum Blvd.
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 359-2906
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 359-2906
Gr: K-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Buckeye High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
715 Highway 1207
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 466-5678
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 466-5678
Gr: 6-12 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Renaissance Home For Youth
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Vandenburg Dr.
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 448-8592
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 448-8592
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71306, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71306, LA include Central Louisiana Supports And Services Center, Buckeye High School and Renaissance Home For Youth.
How many public schools are located in 71306?
3 public schools are located in 71306.
What is the racial composition of students in 71306?
71306 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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