Serving 1,211 students in grades 9-12, Natchitoches Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchitoches Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Natchitoches Central High School's student population of 1,211 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
School Mascot
Leader Of The Natchitoches People
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Natchitoches Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchitoches Central High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
55%
41%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natchitoches Central High School's ranking?
Natchitoches Central High School is ranked #439 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Natchitoches Central High School often compared to?
Natchitoches Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Jr./sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natchitoches Central High School?
The graduation rate of Natchitoches Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Natchitoches Central High School?
1,211 students attend Natchitoches Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Natchitoches Central High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natchitoches Central High School?
Natchitoches Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natchitoches Central High School offer ?
Natchitoches Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchitoches Central High School part of?
Natchitoches Central High School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.
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