For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,719 students in 71006, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in 71006, LA are Kingston Elementary School, Benton High School and Benton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71006 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71006, LA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71006, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
349 Fairburn Ave
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2500
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 759-2500
Gr: K-4 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
Benton Intermediate School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6140 Highway 3
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5310
Gr: 5-6 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
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%
Rank: #55.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
562 Highway 162
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5170
Benton, LA 71006
(318) 549-5170
Gr: K-4 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71006, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 71006, LA include Kingston Elementary School, Benton High School and Benton Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 71006?
5 public schools are located in 71006.
What is the racial composition of students in 71006?
71006 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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