Minden High School serves 9th to 12th grade students in Webster Parish, Louisiana. The school in Minden, Louisiana was preceded by Minden Academy. It is part of the Minden School District. According to U.S. News the school's student body was approximately 55 percent African American and 42 percent white in 2020.
Serving 689 students in grades 9-12, Minden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minden High School serves the southeast part of Minden, LA, covering an area of approximately 228.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this zone is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Minden High School's student population of 689 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Crimson and white
School Calendar
School Motto
We want students to improve upon their skills.
School Rankings
Minden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minden High School is 0.53, 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
#732 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
59%
42%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crimson Tide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minden High School's ranking?
Minden High School is ranked #732 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Minden High School often compared to?
Minden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Junior-senior High School, Doyline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minden High School?
The graduation rate of Minden High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Minden High School?
689 students attend Minden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Minden High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minden High School?
Minden High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minden High School offer ?
Minden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minden High School part of?
Minden High School is part of Webster Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Minden High School is an incredible school filled with school spirit. We as students come together when necessary and are an amazing school! We take pride in the Crimson Tide!
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