Serving 537 students in grades 9-12, Erath High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erath High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Erath High School's student population of 537 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Erath High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erath High School is 0.27, 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
#83 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
8%
42%
White
85%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erath High School's ranking?
Erath High School is ranked #83 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Erath High School often compared to?
Erath High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Vermilion High School, Abbeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Erath High School?
The graduation rate of Erath High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Erath High School?
537 students attend Erath High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Erath High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erath High School?
Erath High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Erath High School offer ?
Erath High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Erath High School part of?
Erath High School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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