Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hicks 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hicks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hicks High School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hicks High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hicks High School is 0.10, 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
#277 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
42%
White
95%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicks High School's ranking?
Hicks High School is ranked #277 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hicks High School often compared to?
Hicks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Anacoco 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hicks High School?
The graduation rate of Hicks High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hicks High School?
353 students attend Hicks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hicks High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hicks High School?
Hicks High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hicks High School offer ?
Hicks High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Hicks High School part of?
Hicks High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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