Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Erath High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Erath High School serves the eastern part of its district in Erath, LA, covering an area of approximately 270.7 square miles. Families within this zone can generally expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 25.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erath High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Erath High School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Erath High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erath High School is 0.31, 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
#94 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
7%
42%
White
83%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erath High School's ranking?
Erath High School is ranked #94 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Erath High School often compared to?
Erath High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbeville High School, North Vermilion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Erath High School?
The graduation rate of Erath High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Erath High School?
557 students attend Erath High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Erath High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erath High School?
Erath High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erath High School offer ?
Erath High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erath High School part of?
Erath High School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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