DeQuincy High School is a senior high school in DeQuincy, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Calcasieu Parish Public Schools.
Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Dequincy High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (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 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DeQuincy High School serves the northern part of its school district in Dequincy, LA, covering an area of approximately 116.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 13 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequincy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dequincy High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
Red and grey
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing High Standards for ALL students.
School Rankings
Dequincy 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 Dequincy High School is 0.38, 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
#227 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
18%
42%
White
77%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequincy High School's ranking?
Dequincy High School is ranked #227 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dequincy High School often compared to?
Dequincy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Combre-fondel Elementary School, Cypress Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Dequincy High School?
The graduation rate of Dequincy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Dequincy High School?
279 students attend Dequincy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dequincy High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequincy High School?
Dequincy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dequincy High School offer ?
Dequincy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequincy High School part of?
Dequincy High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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