Question 1

Is 71291 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71291 in West Monroe has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the West Monroe city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 71291 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 71291?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71291 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 71291. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 71291 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in West Monroe. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 71291?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 71291 is approximately $217K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 71291 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 71291 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 71291 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71291 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for West Monroe. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 71291 scores similarly to the middle tier of West Monroe neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

West Monroe — ZIP 71291

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Claiborne School	PK–05	—	—	—
Crosley Elementary School	PK–KG	—	—	—
Drew Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Highland Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Kiroli Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Boley Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
West Monroe High School	08–12	—	—	—
West Ridge Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Good Hope Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
George Welch Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—