For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,200 students in 71202, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71202, LA are Wossman High School, Richwood High School and Southside Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71202 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71202, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71202 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wossman High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 71202, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wossman High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Arizona Street
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 387-2932
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 387-2932
Gr: 9-12 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Richwood High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5901 Highway 165 S
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 361-0467
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 361-0467
Gr: 8-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Southside Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4701 South Grand St.
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 651-4841
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 651-4841
Gr: 1-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71202, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71202, LA include Wossman High School, Richwood High School and Southside Alternative High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71202?
3 public high schools are located in 71202.
What is the racial composition of students in 71202?
71202 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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