Lake Arthur High School is a grade 7-12 junior and senior high school in unincorporated Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, United States, near Lake Arthur.
Serving 365 students in grades 7-12, Lake Arthur High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Arthur High School serves the southeast part of its school district in Lake Arthur, LA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 76.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Arthur High School's student population of 365 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur High School is 0.33, 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
#327 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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)28.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arthur High School's ranking?
Lake Arthur High School is ranked #327 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Arthur High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Arthur High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Lake Arthur High School?
365 students attend Lake Arthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lake Arthur High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Arthur High School?
Lake Arthur High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur High School offer ?
Lake Arthur High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Arthur High School part of?
Lake Arthur High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is a very exquisite school to enroll your children into. There are sports available. If your child isn't interested in sports we have band, and other activities provided for the students. the facalty is great. they get along well with all the students. the advisors always try to involve the parents, but it is also up to them to choose wether they want to be involved in their childs schooling activities
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