Cecilia High School is a 4A public secondary school located in Cecilia, an unincorporated community in Saint Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States. Cecilia High School is accredited by the Department of Education of the State of Louisiana and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 796 students in grades 9-12, Cecilia High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cecilia High School's student population of 796 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Cecilia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cecilia 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
#270 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
35%
41%
White
55%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Barky The Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cecilia High School's ranking?
Cecilia High School is ranked #270 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cecilia High School often compared to?
Cecilia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breaux Bridge High School, St. Martinville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cecilia High School?
The graduation rate of Cecilia High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Cecilia High School?
796 students attend Cecilia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cecilia High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cecilia High School?
Cecilia High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cecilia High School offer ?
Cecilia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cecilia High School part of?
Cecilia High School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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