Serving 1,190 students in grades 8-12, Ouachita Parish High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (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 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ouachita Parish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ouachita Parish High School's student population of 1,190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Mascot
Lions
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1894
School Colors
White, Cardinal
School Rankings
Ouachita Parish 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 Ouachita Parish High School is 0.42, 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
#505 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
73%
41%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Ouachita Parish High School's ranking?
Ouachita Parish High School is ranked #505 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ouachita Parish High School often compared to?
Ouachita Parish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Monroe High School, Neville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Ouachita Parish High School?
The graduation rate of Ouachita Parish High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Ouachita Parish High School?
1,190 students attend Ouachita Parish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ouachita Parish High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ouachita Parish High School?
Ouachita Parish High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ouachita Parish High School offer ?
Ouachita Parish High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ouachita Parish High School part of?
Ouachita Parish High School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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