Serving 525 students in grades 7-12, Avoyelles 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 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avoyelles High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Avoyelles High School's student population of 525 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Avoyelles 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 Avoyelles 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
#919 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
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 Avoyelles High School's ranking?
Avoyelles High School is ranked #919 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Avoyelles High School often compared to?
Avoyelles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avoyelles Public Charter School, La School For Ag Science, Bunkie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avoyelles High School?
The graduation rate of Avoyelles High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Avoyelles High School?
525 students attend Avoyelles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Avoyelles High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avoyelles High School?
Avoyelles High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Avoyelles High School offer ?
Avoyelles High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avoyelles High School part of?
Avoyelles High School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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