Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dodson 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodson High School serves the northeast part of Dodson, LA, covering an area of approximately 318.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodson High School's student population of 283 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dodson 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 Dodson High School is 0.17, 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
#970 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
2%
42%
White
91%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodson High School's ranking?
Dodson High School is ranked #970 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dodson High School often compared to?
Dodson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvin High School, Winnfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dodson High School?
The graduation rate of Dodson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Dodson High School?
283 students attend Dodson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dodson High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodson High School?
Dodson High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dodson High School offer ?
Dodson High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodson High School part of?
Dodson High School is part of Winn Parish School District.
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