A.M. Barbe High School is a 5A public high school located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States. The correct pronunciation of the school's name is "barb", rather than "bar-bay" or "barb-ee".
Serving 1,908 students in grades 9-12, Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred M. Barbe High School serves the southeastern part of Lake Charles, LA, covering an area of approximately 54 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alfred M. Barbe High School's student population of 1,908 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,908 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
Campus Size
47 acres
School Rankings
Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred M. Barbe High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy, Columbia Blue, and White
School Mascot
Buccaneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred M. Barbe High School's ranking?
Alfred M. Barbe High School is ranked #147 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Alfred M. Barbe High School often compared to?
Alfred M. Barbe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lagrange High School, Sulphur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alfred M. Barbe High School?
The graduation rate of Alfred M. Barbe High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School?
1,908 students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Alfred M. Barbe High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred M. Barbe High School?
Alfred M. Barbe High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alfred M. Barbe High School offer ?
Alfred M. Barbe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred M. Barbe High School part of?
Alfred M. Barbe High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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