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 335 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 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Hornbeck High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hornbeck school district, covering approximately 1,341.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 25.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 45.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hornbeck High School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
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 0.10, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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 Hicks High School, 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 82.6%.
How many students attend Hornbeck High School?
335 students attend Hornbeck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hornbeck High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornbeck High School?
Hornbeck High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 10/10/2025
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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