Serving 1,805 students in grades 9-12, Acadiana 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 31% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acadiana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Acadiana High School's student population of 1,805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acadiana High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadiana High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#647 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
36%
42%
White
44%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadiana High School's ranking?
Acadiana High School is ranked #647 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Acadiana High School often compared to?
Acadiana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acadiana High School?
The graduation rate of Acadiana High School is 86%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Acadiana High School?
1,805 students attend Acadiana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Acadiana High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acadiana High School?
Acadiana High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acadiana High School offer ?
Acadiana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Acadiana High School part of?
Acadiana High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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