Serving 569 students in grades 9-12, Grant High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grant High School serves the southeast part of the Dry Prong, LA school district, covering an area of approximately 339.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point being about 28.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grant High School's student population of 569 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Grant High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant 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
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2005–2020. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
82%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant High School's ranking?
Grant High School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grant High School?
The graduation rate of Grant High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Grant High School?
569 students attend Grant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Grant High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant High School?
Grant High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grant High School offer ?
Grant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grant High School part of?
Grant High School is part of Grant Parish School District.
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