Vernon Parish School District

201 Belview Road
Leesville, LA 71446-2904
(District boundaries shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%

Top Rankings

Vernon Parish School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 3,696 students in Vernon Parish School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public high schools in Louisiana.
Public High Schools in Vernon Parish School District have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Public High School in Vernon Parish School District have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leesville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 54% (majority Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (LA)
# Schools
18 Schools
401 Schools
# Students
7,975 Students
251,162 Students
# Teachers
469 Teachers
14,081 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

District Rank

Vernon Parish School District, which is ranked within the top 20% of all 187 school districts in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 98% has increased from 89% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (LA)
#26 out of 188 school districts
(Top 20%)
This chart display the overall district rank of Vernon Parish  School District, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
35%
29%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Vernon Parish  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
51%
40%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Vernon Parish  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
98%
83%
This chart display public school graduation rate of Vernon Parish  School District and public school graduation rate of LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.62
# American Indian Students
46 Students
1,786 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
71 Students
4,123 Students
% Asian Students
1%
2%
# Hispanic Students
754 Students
18,917 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
7%
# Black Students
1,067 Students
102,447 Students
% Black Students
13%
41%
# White Students
5,429 Students
115,998 Students
% White Students
68%
46%
# Hawaiian Students
56 Students
199 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
552 Students
6,729 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
3%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
505
1,407
# Students in K Grade:
724
3,953
# Students in 1st Grade:
656
3,915
# Students in 2nd Grade:
616
3,890
# Students in 3rd Grade:
578
3,857
# Students in 4th Grade:
640
3,978
# Students in 5th Grade:
593
4,270
# Students in 6th Grade:
560
6,444
# Students in 7th Grade:
574
9,783
# Students in 8th Grade:
605
10,312
# Students in 9th Grade:
540
58,463
# Students in 10th Grade:
496
50,270
# Students in 11th Grade:
462
46,780
# Students in 12th Grade:
426
43,840
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $14,740 in this school district is less than the state median of $15,797. The school district revenue/student has grown by 28% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $13,146 is less than the state median of $15,107. The school district spending/student has grown by 18% over four school years.
This School District
This State (LA)
Total Revenue
$118 MM
$10,755 MM
This chart display total revenue of Vernon Parish  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$105 MM
$10,286 MM
This chart display total spending of Vernon Parish  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$14,740
$15,797
This chart display average revenue per public school student in Vernon Parish  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$13,146
$15,107
This chart display average spending per public school student in Vernon Parish  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in LA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Vernon Parish School District Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rosepine High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
502 Louisiana Avenue
Rosepine, LA 70659
(337) 463-6079
Grades: 7-12
| 529 students
Rank: #22.
Anacoco High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4740 Port Arthur Avenue
Anacoco, LA 71403
(337) 239-3039
Grades: 7-12
| 338 students
Rank: #33.
Hicks High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1296 Hicks School Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-9645
Grades: PK-12
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Leesville High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
502 Berry Avenue
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-3464
Grades: 9-12
| 730 students
Rank: #55.
Simpson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4262 Highway 8
Simpson, LA 71474
(337) 383-7810
Grades: PK-12
| 279 students
Rank: #66.
Pitkin High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7239 Highway 463
Pitkin, LA 70656
(318) 358-3121
Grades: PK-12
| 389 students
Rank: #77.
Evans High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
Highway 111
Evans, LA 70639
(337) 286-5289
Grades: PK-12
| 355 students
Rank: #88.
Hornbeck High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2363 Stillwell Avenue
Hornbeck, LA 71439
(318) 565-4440
Grades: PK-12
| 345 students
Rank: #99.
Pickering High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
180 Lebleu Road
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 537-1555
Grades: 7-12
| 378 students

Recent Articles

Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Indeed, there are still school districts today in America that allow teachers to spank students. Learn about the current spanking situation in schools and why the debate continues to heat up.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • District size: 18 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 7,975 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 98% (Top 5% in LA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 35% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Quick Links