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 2,012 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- 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%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Alfred M. Barbe High School's student population of 2,012 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Blue
Campus Size
47
School Mascot
Buccaneers
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 0.63, which is less 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
#147 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 83%.
How many students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School?
2,012 students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alfred M. Barbe High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 14:1.
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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