Serving 263 students in grades 6-12, Arcadia High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arcadia High School's student population of 263 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia High School is 0.22, 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
#628 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
88%
41%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
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 Arcadia High School's ranking?
Arcadia High School is ranked #628 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arcadia High School often compared to?
Arcadia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saline High School, Castor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcadia High School?
The graduation rate of Arcadia High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Arcadia High School?
263 students attend Arcadia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Arcadia High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcadia High School?
Arcadia High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcadia High School offer ?
Arcadia High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arcadia High School part of?
Arcadia High School is part of Bienville Parish School District.
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