Serving 1,307 students in grades 9-12, Central Lafourche High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 1,307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Lafourche High School serves the northwest part of Raceland, LA, covering an area of approximately 357 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lafourche High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Lafourche High School's student population of 1,307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lafourche 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 Central Lafourche High School is 0.53, 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
#179 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Troy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lafourche High School's ranking?
Central Lafourche High School is ranked #179 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Central Lafourche High School often compared to?
Central Lafourche High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thibodaux High School, South Lafourche High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lafourche High School?
The graduation rate of Central Lafourche High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Central Lafourche High School?
1,307 students attend Central Lafourche High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Lafourche High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Lafourche High School?
Central Lafourche High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Lafourche High School offer ?
Central Lafourche High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lafourche High School part of?
Central Lafourche High School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Central is a one of a kind school. I may not go to this school but i know plenty of people who have. the acedemic program is a brilliant way to actually get the young people of today thinking and 4 them to actually learn something. I LOVE THIS SCHOOL!!!!!! GO CENTRAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
P.S. i go to slhs but i love central they are so much better in everything they do.!!!!!!!!!!!! keep on being better!!!!!!!
5 10/10/2025
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