For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 473 students in 71497, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71497, LA are N.s.u. Elementary Lab School and N.s.u. Middle Lab School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71497 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71497, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71497, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N.s.u. Elementary Lab School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
#1 Caldwell Nsu Campus-w Easto
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 238-6385
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 238-6385
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
N.s.u. Middle Lab School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 Tarlton Drive Tec Buildin
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-4509
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-4509
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71497, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71497, LA include N.s.u. Elementary Lab School and N.s.u. Middle Lab School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71497?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71497.
What is the racial composition of students in 71497?
71497 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).