Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hicks High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hicks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hicks High School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Hicks High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hicks High School is 0.11, 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
#347 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
11%
White
94%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicks High School's ranking?
Hicks High School is ranked #347 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hicks High School often compared to?
Hicks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Anacoco High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hicks High School?
The graduation rate of Hicks High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hicks High School?
336 students attend Hicks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hicks High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hicks High School?
Hicks High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hicks High School offer ?
Hicks High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hicks High School part of?
Hicks High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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