Serving 1,720 students in grades 9-12, Lafayette High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lafayette High School serves the southeast part of Lafayette, LA, covering an area of approximately 18 square miles. Most students live about 4.1 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette High School's student population of 1,720 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Inspire and empower students within a disciplined academic environment.
School Rankings
Lafayette 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 Lafayette High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#142 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green / Black / White
School Mascot
Mighty Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette High School's ranking?
Lafayette High School is ranked #142 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lafayette High School often compared to?
Lafayette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acadiana High School, O. Comeaux High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette High School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Lafayette High School?
1,720 students attend Lafayette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lafayette High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette High School?
Lafayette High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette High School offer ?
Lafayette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette High School part of?
Lafayette High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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