For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,072 students in 71295, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 649 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 71295, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71295, LA are Franklin Parish High School and Winnsboro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71295 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71295, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71295, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Parish High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Glover Drive
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318) 435-5676
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318) 435-5676
Gr: 9-12 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Winnsboro Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Warren Street
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318) 435-5066
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318) 435-5066
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71295, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71295, LA include Franklin Parish High School and Winnsboro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71295?
2 public schools are located in 71295.
What percentage of students in 71295 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 71295 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71295?
71295 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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