Summary:
The five public schools in zip code 71037 (Haughton, LA) serve approximately 3,972 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, all part of the Bossier Parish School District, which holds a 3-star rating and ranks in the 68th percentile statewide.
Haughton Elementary School stands out as the academic leader, earning a 4-star rating for three consecutive years and achieving the highest test scores in the area—73% in Math, 81% in ELA, and 73% in Social Studies—despite having the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (52.75% free/reduced lunch). It also boasts the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (20.6%), below the state average. Platt Elementary School is a consistent performer with a 4-star rating and exceptional Math proficiency (75% in 2025-2026, 85% in 2024-2025). In contrast, T.L. Rodes Elementary School (PK-1) has no ranking data, creating a gap in assessing early foundational learning. Haughton Middle School shows a notable decline: 6th graders score 80% in Math and 84% in ELA, but by 8th grade, proficiency drops to 60% in Math and 72% in ELA. Haughton High School is an improver, rising from a 3-star to a 4-star rating, with strong English II (80%) and Biology (75%) proficiency, though U.S. History lags at 58%.
Chronic absenteeism is a systemic concern, with Haughton High School (29.1%) and Haughton Middle School (28.5%) far exceeding the state average of 22.5%, while Haughton Elementary keeps its rate low. Student-teacher ratios are favorable at elementary schools (13.1 to 13.7) but increase at middle (16.6) and high school (19.2). Overall, Haughton Elementary’s success despite economic challenges offers a model for improvement, while the middle school slump and high absenteeism in upper grades are key areas for the district to address.
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