For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 501 students in 71454, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71454, LA are Verda Elementary School and Montgomery High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71454 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71454, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71454, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Verda Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2580 Highway 122
Montgomery, LA 71454
(318) 646-3146
Montgomery, LA 71454
(318) 646-3146
Grades: PK-5
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Montgomery High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Harrison Drive
Montgomery, LA 71454
(318) 646-2879
Montgomery, LA 71454
(318) 646-2879
Grades: 6-12
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71454, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71454, LA include Verda Elementary School and Montgomery High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71454?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71454.
What is the racial composition of students in 71454?
71454 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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