Serving 1,412 students in grades 8-12, Haughton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haughton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Haughton High School's student population of 1,412 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Colors
Red & White
School Mascot
Buccaneers
School Rankings
Haughton 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 Haughton High School is 0.51, 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
#292 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
18%
41%
White
67%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haughton High School's ranking?
Haughton High School is ranked #292 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Haughton High School often compared to?
Haughton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Airline High School, Benton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haughton High School?
The graduation rate of Haughton High School is 84%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Haughton High School?
1,412 students attend Haughton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Haughton High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haughton High School?
Haughton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haughton High School offer ?
Haughton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haughton High School part of?
Haughton High School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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