Hornbeck High School is located in Hornbeck, Louisiana, United States. The PK-12 school is part of the Vernon Parish School District, which is headquartered in Leesville. Since 1898 Hornbeck High School has been the only public school in the community.
Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hornbeck 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hornbeck High School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
White, Gold
School Motto
ONE town, ONE school, ONE goal...EXCELLENCE!!!
School Rankings
Hornbeck 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 Hornbeck High School is 0.10, 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
#670 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
11%
White
95%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornbeck High School's ranking?
Hornbeck High School is ranked #670 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hornbeck High School often compared to?
Hornbeck High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Leesville High School, Hicks 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hornbeck High School?
The graduation rate of Hornbeck High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hornbeck High School?
335 students attend Hornbeck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hornbeck High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornbeck High School?
Hornbeck High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hornbeck High School offer ?
Hornbeck High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornbeck High School part of?
Hornbeck High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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