Best Schools in Lena, Louisiana
1 schools · 1 Other
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Northwood High School
Other · Rapides Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$87,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$87,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lena
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwood High School | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $45,865
- Median home value
- $87,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lena compares
Median household income
$46k
78% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Lena, Louisiana
Lena, Louisiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Lena perform strongly 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 Lena is Northwood High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lena is served by 1 school district: Rapides Parish. These districts collectively serve 22,546 students.
Lena's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,865. The poverty rate in the area is 13.4%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 653 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Lena
Lena, Louisiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,865
Median Home Value
$87,500
Median Rent
$638/mo
Population
1,092
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Community Profile
Lena has a median household income of $45,865. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $87,500, with a median rent of $638/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Other
- 1
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lena, Louisiana
How many schools are in Lena, Louisiana?
Lena has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lena, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lena is 7.2 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 Lena, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Lena on MySchoolScout is Northwood High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Lena, Louisiana?
Lena is served by 1 school district: Rapides Parish.
What is the education level in Lena, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Lena have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lena, Louisiana?
The median household income in Lena is approximately $45,865 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lena, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lena is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lena, 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.