Serving 912 students in grades 9-12, Assumption High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Assumption High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Assumption High School's student population of 912 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Assumption High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Assumption High School is 0.56, 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
#332 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
40%
42%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Assumption High School's ranking?
Assumption High School is ranked #332 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Assumption High School?
The graduation rate of Assumption High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Assumption High School?
912 students attend Assumption High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Assumption High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Assumption High School?
Assumption High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Assumption High School offer ?
Assumption High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Assumption High School part of?
Assumption High School is part of Assumption Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
Assumption High School is a great school to send your child to.I have been going to AHS for only three months and its great.There is a huge variety of classes offered.You can never feel alone,someone is always there to help you.The teachers are always willing to come before school or stay after school to help you.There are many, many awards for academic and athletic accomplishments.All in one sentence ,Assumption High is great!!!!!!!!!!!
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