For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 347 students in Amite, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in Amite, LA is Amite High Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amite, LA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Amite have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Amite, LA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Amite High Magnet, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Amite, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amite High Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
403 South Laurel Street
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-9301
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-9301
Gr: 9-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Amite, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwood High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
202 Robin St
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-3989
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-3989
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Amite, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Amite, LA include Amite High Magnet.
How many public high schools are located in Amite?
1 public high schools are located in Amite.
What is the racial composition of students in Amite?
Amite public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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