Best Public Schools in Zip Code 71302


Summary:

The 71302 zip code area in Louisiana is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Rapides Parish district. This district is ranked 31 out of 118 districts in Louisiana and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in this area are Phoenix Magnet Elementary School, which is ranked 9th out of 666 elementary schools in Louisiana and has a 5-star rating, with exceptional test scores. Peabody Montessori Elementary School and Poland Junior High School also perform well, with 4-star ratings and high test scores that outpace district and state averages.

However, the data also reveals some concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools and a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, as seen in the lower test scores at schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates. The wide range of student-teacher ratios suggests that class size may be a factor in the schools' performance, with the top-performing schools having relatively smaller class sizes. Overall, the analysis provides a nuanced look at the educational landscape in the 71302 zip code area, highlighting both the strengths and challenges faced by these schools.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Louisiana Dept of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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