For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,401 students in 71006, LA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 71006, LA are Benton High School and Benton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle schools in zipcode 71006 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71006, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71006, LA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
449 Fairburn Avenue
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2580
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2580
Gr: 8-12 | 1,568 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Benton Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6136 Highway 3
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5250
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 71006, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 71006, LA include Benton High School and Benton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71006?
2 public middle schools are located in 71006.
What is the racial composition of students in 71006?
71006 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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