Serving 449 students in grades 7-12, French Settlement High School ranks in the top 20% 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Settlement High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
French Settlement High School's student population of 449 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
French Settlement High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of French Settlement High School is 0.13, 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
#211 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
42%
White
93%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
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 French Settlement High School's ranking?
French Settlement High School is ranked #211 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are French Settlement High School often compared to?
French Settlement High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurepas School, Holden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of French Settlement High School?
The graduation rate of French Settlement High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend French Settlement High School?
449 students attend French Settlement High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of French Settlement High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of French Settlement High School?
French Settlement High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does French Settlement High School offer ?
French Settlement High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is French Settlement High School part of?
French Settlement High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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