Beau Chêne High School is a public secondary school located in southeastern St. Landry Parish between the communities of Grand Coteau and Arnaudville in the state of Louisiana, United States.
Serving 863 students in grades 9-12, Beau Chene High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beau Chene High School's student population of 863 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Grey, Navy Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
Beau Chene High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beau Chene High School is 0.58, 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
#644 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
43%
41%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beau Chene High School's ranking?
Beau Chene High School is ranked #644 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Beau Chene High School often compared to?
Beau Chene High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opelousas Senior High School, Eunice High School, Port Barre High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beau Chene High School?
The graduation rate of Beau Chene High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Beau Chene High School?
863 students attend Beau Chene High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Beau Chene High School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beau Chene High School?
Beau Chene High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beau Chene High School offer ?
Beau Chene High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beau Chene High School part of?
Beau Chene High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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