Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Lasalle 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lasalle High School's student population of 228 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lasalle 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 Lasalle High School is 0.12, 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
#574 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
42%
White
94%
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
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
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 Lasalle High School's ranking?
Lasalle High School is ranked #574 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lasalle High School often compared to?
Lasalle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jena High School, Jena Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lasalle High School?
The graduation rate of Lasalle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lasalle High School?
228 students attend Lasalle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lasalle High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle High School?
Lasalle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lasalle High School offer ?
Lasalle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lasalle High School part of?
Lasalle High School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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