What types of schools are available in Ruston, Louisiana?

Ruston, Louisiana offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Ruston, Louisiana

Q: How many schools are in Ruston, Louisiana?

There are 9 schools in Ruston, Louisiana, serving 4,053 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Ruston?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Ruston, Louisiana, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 9 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

4,053

Total Students

Across Ruston

13.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

9 schools found

Ruston High School

publichighGrade 9-12

900 Bearcat Drive, Ruston, LA 71270

Cypress Springs Elementary School

publicelementaryGrade 3-5

1040 Saratoga Street, Ruston, LA 71270

Ruston Elementary School

publicelementaryGrade 3-5

200 N. Bernard Street, Ruston, LA 71270

Ruston Junior High School

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

481 Tarbutton Road, Ruston, LA 71270

publicmiddleGrade 6-6

1000 Mitchell Avenue, Ruston, LA 71270

904 Deville Lane, Ruston, LA 71270

A. E. Phillips Laboratory School

publicmiddleK-8

Hergot Street-La Tech Campus, Ruston, LA 71272

Hillcrest Elementary School

publicelementaryK-K2

301 East Kentucky Avenue, Ruston, LA 71270

Glen View Elementary School

publicelementaryK-K2

1601 Bittersweet, Ruston, LA 71270

Detailed Overview of Schools in Ruston

Ruston, Louisiana is home to 9 schools serving over 4,053 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math31%

ELA38%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)7

Moderate (15-20:1)1

Large (>20:1)1

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
1,212 students at Ruston High School
Best ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Ruston, Louisiana?

There are 9 schools in Ruston, serving 4,053 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Ruston?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Ruston include schools with ratings of 3.8 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Ruston?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Ruston is 13.3:1.

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