Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Plain Dealing High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plain Dealing High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Plain Dealing High School's student population of 276 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Plain Dealing High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plain Dealing High School is 0.59, 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
#777 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
45%
41%
White
46%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Plain Dealing High School's ranking?
Plain Dealing High School is ranked #777 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plain Dealing High School?
The graduation rate of Plain Dealing High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Plain Dealing High School?
276 students attend Plain Dealing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Plain Dealing High School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plain Dealing High School?
Plain Dealing High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plain Dealing High School offer ?
Plain Dealing High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plain Dealing High School part of?
Plain Dealing High School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2023
Proud to be the parent of a couple of Plain Dealing Lions! Small town, small school but BIG hearts! These teachers and students deserve all the praise. The opportunity my kids have to learn here is amazing, with such a small ratio of students to teachers means more one-on-one time, and no kids slipping through the cracks. Not to mention the wonderful Cheers moment that happens when you walk in the front office and everyone greets you by your first name and knows your child's name and most likely exactly where they are without calling all over an intercom system. Once a lion, always a lion.
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