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5 schools in Jena

Louisiana · Public K-12

Of the 5 public K-12 schools in Jena, combined enrollment is roughly 1,573 students (an average of 315 per campus).

7-year change in Jena

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,573
-129 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
80%
was 81%
% Hispanic
1%
was 1%
% Black
12%
was 14%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Goodpine Middle SchoolElementary03-05279
Jena Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-02381
Jena High SchoolHigh09-12490
Jena Junior High SchoolMiddle06-08288
Nebo Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-08135

About Jena

Across Jena, Louisiana, 5 public schools educates about 1,573 students between them.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city spans 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Jena is around 315 students, 38% lower than the Louisiana average of about 509.

Over the past 7-year window. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,573 students, decreased 8% from the 1,702 reported in SY 2017-18.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Jena discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Jena?
Jena, Louisiana has 5 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,573 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Jena?
Jena has 3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Jena?
Jena High School is the largest public school in Jena by enrollment, with approximately 490 students.
What school districts serve Jena?
Jena public schools are operated by LaSalle Parish.
What grade levels do public schools in Jena cover?
Public schools in Jena serve students from pre-K through grade 12.