For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,807 students in 71078, LA.
The top ranked public schools in 71078, LA are North Desoto High School, North Desoto Middle School 6-8 and North Desoto Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 71078 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71078, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71078, LA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Desoto High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2571 Hwy. 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-6917
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-6917
Grades: 9-12
| 828 students
Rank: #22.
North Desoto Middle School 6-8
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2535 Hwy. 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-4520
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-4520
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
Rank: #33.
North Desoto Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2535 Highway 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-1610
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-1610
Grades: 2-5
| 843 students
Rank: n/an/a
2623 Hwy 171
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-2383
Stonewall, LA 71078
(318) 925-2383
Grades: PK-1
| 518 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71078, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71078, LA include North Desoto High School, North Desoto Middle School 6-8 and North Desoto Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71078?
4 public schools are located in 71078.
What is the racial composition of students in 71078?
71078 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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