Serving 431 students in grades 9-12, Patterson 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 30-34% (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 24:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Patterson High School's student population of 431 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patterson 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 Patterson High School is 0.60, 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
#452 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
44%
42%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson High School's ranking?
Patterson High School is ranked #452 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Patterson High School?
The graduation rate of Patterson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Patterson High School?
431 students attend Patterson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Patterson High School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson High School?
Patterson High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patterson High School offer ?
Patterson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Patterson High School part of?
Patterson High School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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