Hornbeck High School is located in Hornbeck, Louisiana, United States. The PK-12 school is part of the Vernon Parish School District, which is headquartered in Leesville. Since 1898 Hornbeck High School has been the only public school in the community.
Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hornbeck High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hornbeck High School's student population of 387 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
White, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
ONE town, ONE school, ONE goal...EXCELLENCE!!!
School Rankings
Hornbeck High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hornbeck High School is 0.08, 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
#670 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
41%
White
96%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornbeck High School's ranking?
Hornbeck High School is ranked #670 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hornbeck High School often compared to?
Hornbeck High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Leesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hornbeck High School?
The graduation rate of Hornbeck High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hornbeck High School?
387 students attend Hornbeck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hornbeck High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornbeck High School?
Hornbeck High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hornbeck High School offer ?
Hornbeck High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornbeck High School part of?
Hornbeck High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
School Reviews
1 5/6/2021
I am only doing this because this school and all who are there - the ones who are supposed to be there for your child. ... They failed mine and many families have come forward telling me their own personal stories of this school. If your child is not In SPORTS OR Favored by the teachers and such they will be pushed aside. Bullying is a thing here, there have been several incidents of this leading to further Circumstances that COULD have been avoided if only the teachers and principals would have to step up and done something about it. I will not ever recommend this school to anyone. If you Don't know people in this town or people higher up the ladder your plea will never be heard and your children will suffer. Please do Think twice.
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