Best Schools in Haughton, Louisiana
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Haughton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Platt Elementary School
Elementary · Bossier Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Haughton Middle School
Middle · Bossier Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Haughton High School
High · Bossier Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Haughton for 2026 are Platt Elementary School (8.1/10), Haughton Middle School (7.6/10), and Haughton High School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$205,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$205,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Haughton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Platt Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Haughton Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Haughton High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Haughton Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $71,175
- Median home value
- $205,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Haughton compares
Louisiana rank
#49 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$71k
122% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Haughton, Louisiana
Haughton, Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Haughton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Haughton is Platt Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Haughton is served by 1 school district: Bossier Parish. These districts collectively serve 23,587 students.
Haughton's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,175. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 511 students · 2nd–3rd | 8.1 |
| 2 | 607 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.2 |
| 3 | 670 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,052 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,412 students · 8th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Haughton
Haughton, Louisiana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,175
Median Home Value
$205,200
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
21,834
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Haughton has a median household income of $71,175. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,200, with a median rent of $1,304/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Haughton, Louisiana
How many schools are in Haughton, Louisiana?
Haughton has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Haughton, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Haughton is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Haughton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Haughton on MySchoolScout is Platt Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Haughton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Haughton on MySchoolScout is Platt Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Haughton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Haughton on MySchoolScout is Haughton Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Haughton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Haughton on MySchoolScout is Haughton High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Haughton, Louisiana?
Haughton is served by 1 school district: Bossier Parish.
What is the education level in Haughton, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Haughton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Haughton, Louisiana?
The median household income in Haughton is approximately $71,175 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Haughton, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Haughton is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Haughton, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.