Iota High School is a high school located in Iota, Louisiana, United States. The school is a part of the Acadia Parish School Board.
Serving 566 students in grades 9-12, Iota High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iota High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Iota, LA, covering an area of approximately 236.8 square miles. Families can expect an average drive time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 13.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Iota High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iota High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iota High School is 0.15, 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
#167 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
2%
42%
White
92%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
American Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iota High School's ranking?
Iota High School is ranked #167 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Iota High School often compared to?
Iota High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland High School, Church Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iota High School?
The graduation rate of Iota High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Iota High School?
566 students attend Iota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Iota High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iota High School?
Iota High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iota High School offer ?
Iota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iota High School part of?
Iota High School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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