Acadiana High School is located in Scott, Louisiana, United States. Acadiana High School opened in 1969 following the consolidation of Judice High School, located in Judice Community, and Scott High School, located in Scott.
Serving 1,652 students in grades 9-12, Acadiana High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Acadiana High School serves the western part of Lafayette, LA, covering an area of approximately 81.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acadiana High School's student population of 1,652 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acadiana High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadiana High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Bighorn Sheep
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadiana High School's ranking?
Acadiana High School is ranked #557 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Acadiana High School often compared to?
Acadiana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acadiana High School?
The graduation rate of Acadiana High School is 83%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Acadiana High School?
1,652 students attend Acadiana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Acadiana High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acadiana High School?
Acadiana High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acadiana High School offer ?
Acadiana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acadiana High School part of?
Acadiana High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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