For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,297 students in 71446, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71446, LA are Hicks High School and Pickering Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71446 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71446, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71446, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hicks High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1296 Hicks School Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Gr: PK-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Pickering Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-3394
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
203 Belview Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-4966
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-4966
Gr: PK-K | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
71446, Louisiana 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Leesville Residential-employment Services Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
401 Nolan Trace
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2687
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-2687
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Vernon Parish Optional Program (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1100 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 392-0008
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 392-0008
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
1100 Abe Allen Memorial Drive
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-0331
Gr: PK | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71446, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71446, LA include Hicks High School and Pickering Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71446?
3 public preschools are located in 71446.
What is the racial composition of students in 71446?
71446 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).
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