Serving 967 students in grades 6-12, Buckeye High School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckeye High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buckeye High School's student population of 967 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckeye High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#416 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
42%
White
98%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye High School's ranking?
Buckeye High School is ranked #416 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Buckeye High School often compared to?
Buckeye High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pineville High School, Tioga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckeye High School?
The graduation rate of Buckeye High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Buckeye High School?
967 students attend Buckeye High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Buckeye High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckeye High School?
Buckeye High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye High School offer ?
Buckeye High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Buckeye High School part of?
Buckeye High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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