For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,894 students in Gonzales, LA.
The top-ranked public high school in Gonzales, LA is East Ascension High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gonzales, LA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Gonzales have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public high schools.
Gonzales, LA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Ascension High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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 Gonzales, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Ascension High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
612 E Worthy Street
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6100
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,894 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Gonzales, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gonzales, LA include East Ascension High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gonzales?
1 public high schools are located in Gonzales.
What is the racial composition of students in Gonzales?
Gonzales public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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