Serving 726 students in grades 9-12, Tara High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 60% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tara High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tara High School's student population of 726 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tara High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tara High School is 0.43, 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
#1196 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
74%
42%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tara High School's ranking?
Tara High School is ranked #1196 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Tara High School often compared to?
Tara High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tara High School?
The graduation rate of Tara High School is 60%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Tara High School?
726 students attend Tara High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Tara High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tara High School?
Tara High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tara High School offer ?
Tara High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tara High School part of?
Tara High School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Tara High School located?
Tara High School is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City South.
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