Serving 248 students in grades 9-12, Rapides High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rapides High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rapides High School's student population of 248 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rapides 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 Rapides High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#294 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
22%
42%
White
46%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rapides High School's ranking?
Rapides High School is ranked #294 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rapides High School?
The graduation rate of Rapides High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Rapides High School?
248 students attend Rapides High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rapides High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rapides High School?
Rapides High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rapides High School offer ?
Rapides High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rapides High School part of?
Rapides High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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