For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,142 students in 71303, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 71303, LA are J.b. Nachman Elementary School and Mabel Brasher Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 71303 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 71303, LA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschool average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71303, LA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.b. Nachman Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4102 Wakefield Blvd
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-7725
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-7725
Gr: PK-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Mabel Brasher Montessori
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Cloverleaf Boulevard
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-0878
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-0878
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
71303, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Louisiana Youth Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
400 John Allison Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-4360
Gr: 5-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
521 Mckeithen Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 449-3356
Gr: PK | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71303, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71303, LA include J.b. Nachman Elementary School and Mabel Brasher Montessori.
How many public preschools are located in 71303?
2 public preschools are located in 71303.
What is the racial composition of students in 71303?
71303 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public preschools average of 60% (majority Black).