Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Harrisonburg High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisonburg High School's student population of 319 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg High School is 0.19, 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
#538 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
6%
41%
White
90%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisonburg High School's ranking?
Harrisonburg High School is ranked #538 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harrisonburg High School often compared to?
Harrisonburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Block High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisonburg High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisonburg High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Harrisonburg High School?
319 students attend Harrisonburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harrisonburg High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisonburg High School?
Harrisonburg High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrisonburg High School offer ?
Harrisonburg High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisonburg High School part of?
Harrisonburg High School is part of Catahoula Parish School District.
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