Serving 715 students in grades 9-12, Cecilia High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecilia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cecilia High School's student population of 715 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cecilia 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 Cecilia High School is 0.54, 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
#334 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
30%
42%
White
61%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
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 Cecilia High School's ranking?
Cecilia High School is ranked #334 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cecilia High School often compared to?
Cecilia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breaux Bridge High School, St. Martinville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cecilia High School?
The graduation rate of Cecilia High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Cecilia High School?
715 students attend Cecilia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cecilia High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cecilia High School?
Cecilia High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cecilia High School offer ?
Cecilia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cecilia High School part of?
Cecilia High School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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