Best Schools in Leesville, Louisiana
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Leesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hicks High School
Other · Vernon Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Leesville Junior High School
Middle · Vernon Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parkway Elementary School
Elementary · Vernon Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Leesville for 2026 are Hicks High School (7.2/10), Leesville Junior High School (6.4/10), and Parkway Elementary School (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Leesville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Leesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hicks High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Leesville Junior High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Parkway Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Leesville High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Pickering Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Pickering High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Vernon Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | West Leesville Elementary School | 4.0 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $56,767
- Median home value
- $157,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Leesville compares
Louisiana rank
#100 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
97% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Leesville, Louisiana
Leesville, Louisiana is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Leesville 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 Leesville is Hicks High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Leesville is served by 1 school district: Vernon Parish. These districts collectively serve 9,075 students.
Leesville's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,767. The poverty rate in the area is 19.6%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 332 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.0 |
| 2 | 728 students · 1st–4th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 599 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.7 |
| 4 | 572 students · 1st–4th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 479 students · 7th–8th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 448 students · 5th–6th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 883 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 462 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 366 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Leesville
Leesville, Louisiana · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,767
Median Home Value
$157,000
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
22,047
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Community Profile
Leesville has a median household income of $56,767. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,000, with a median rent of $892/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Louisiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Leesville, Louisiana
How many schools are in Leesville, Louisiana?
Leesville has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Leesville, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Leesville is 5.8 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 Leesville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Leesville on MySchoolScout is Hicks High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Leesville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Leesville on MySchoolScout is Parkway Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Leesville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Leesville on MySchoolScout is Leesville Junior High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Leesville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Leesville on MySchoolScout is Leesville High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Leesville, Louisiana?
Leesville is served by 1 school district: Vernon Parish.
What is the education level in Leesville, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Leesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Leesville, Louisiana?
The median household income in Leesville is approximately $56,767 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Leesville, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Leesville is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Leesville, 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.