- Kingston Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 768 students
- Apollo Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 756 students
- Haughton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 618 students
- Benton Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 595 students
- Legacy Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 560 students
- W.T. Lewis Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 558 students
- T.L. Rodes Elementary School — Grades PK–1 · 542 students
- Plantation Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 518 students
- Stockwell Place Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 496 students
- Sun City Elementary School — Grades K–3 · 492 students
- Princeton Elementary School — Grades 4–5 · 491 students
- Platt Elementary School — Grades 2–3 · 459 students
- Curtis Elementary School — Grades 4–5 · 441 students
- Meadowview Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 440 students
- Central Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 431 students
- Waller Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 424 students
- Bellaire Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 406 students
- R. V. Kerr Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 367 students
- Elm Grove Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 332 students
- Bossier Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 239 students
- Haughton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 993 students
- Elm Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 916 students
- Benton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 817 students
- Benton Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 754 students
- Cope Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 752 students
- Rusheon Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 583 students
- Greenacres Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 543 students
- Airline High School — Grades 8–12 · 1,855 students
- Benton High School — Grades 8–12 · 1,515 students
- Haughton High School — Grades 8–12 · 1,360 students
- Parkway High School — Grades 8–12 · 1,279 students
- Bossier High School — Grades 8–12 · 654 students
- Plain Dealing High School — Grades PK–12 · 270 students
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| Metric | Bossier Parish School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Bossier Parish School District
ZIP 71006 in Bossier Parish, Louisiana falls within the boundaries of Bossier Parish School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Louisiana average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 33 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Bossier Parish School District spends approximately $12,700 per student per year, placing it 10% above the Louisiana state average of approximately $11,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 33 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Bossier Parish School District qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Bossier Parish School District ranks among Louisiana’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Bossier Parish School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 71006
Children in zip code 71006 are assigned to Bossier Parish School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 71006, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Bossier Parish School District at (318)549-5000 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Louisiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Bossier Parish
For families considering a purchase in the Bossier Parish area, district assignment matters financially. Because Bossier Parish School District serves zip code 71006, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 71006 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Louisiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Bossier Parish School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 71006.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Bossier Parish School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 71006 data.