For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,874 students in 71202, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71202, LA are Berg Jones Elementary School, Carver Elementary School and Swayze Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71202 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71202, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71202, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berg Jones Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Burg Jones Lane
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-8982
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-8982
Gr: PK-6 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Orange Street
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-4245
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-4245
Gr: PK-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Swayze Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Burg Jones Lane
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-1357
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-1357
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Reddix Lane
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-1784
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-1784
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2110 Jackson Street
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-1300
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-1300
Gr: PK-6 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Madison James Foster Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Richwood Road #1
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-7979
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 325-7979
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Shady Grove Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2204 Ticheli Road
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 323-9941
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 323-9941
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Parkvidw Drive
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-3447
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-3447
Gr: PK-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
1000 Plum Street
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-8501
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 322-8501
Gr: PK-2 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
71202, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Southside Alternative High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
4701 S Grand Street
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 362-5000
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 362-5000
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71202, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71202, LA include Berg Jones Elementary School, Carver Elementary School and Swayze Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71202?
9 public preschools are located in 71202.
What is the racial composition of students in 71202?
71202 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).