For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 516 students in Jena, LA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Jena, LA is Nebo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jena, LA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Jena have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Jena, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nebo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hwy. 777
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-4416
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
758 E. Sharbono Street
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Jena, LA 71342
(318) 992-5175
Gr: PK-2 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Jena, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Jena, LA include Nebo Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jena?
2 public preschools are located in Jena.
What is the racial composition of students in Jena?
Jena public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Jena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Jena include: Jena Elementary School vs. Nebo Elementary School, Nebo Elementary School vs. Jena Elementary School
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