Serving 450 students in grades 7-12, French Settlement High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (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 13:1 is equal to 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: French Settlement High School serves the southern part of its school district in French Settlement, LA, covering an area of approximately 61.5 square miles. Families can expect an average drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Settlement High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
French Settlement High School's student population of 450 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Your attitude determines your altitude
School Rankings
French Settlement 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 French Settlement 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
#257 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
1%
42%
White
91%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Settlement High School's ranking?
French Settlement High School is ranked #257 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are French Settlement High School often compared to?
French Settlement High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurepas School, Holden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 French Settlement High School?
The graduation rate of French Settlement High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend French Settlement High School?
450 students attend French Settlement High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of French Settlement High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Settlement High School?
French Settlement High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does French Settlement High School offer ?
French Settlement High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Settlement High School part of?
French Settlement High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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