Neville High School

600 Forsythe Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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8/
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Top 30%
Serving 1,042 students in grades 9-12, Neville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,042 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 91% (Top 30% in LA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : Neville High School serves the northwest part of Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Neville High School's student population of 1,042 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,042 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Year Founded
1931
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Excellence in All Things

School Rankings

Neville 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 Neville High School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#341 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

40%
34%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

53%
42%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
2%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Hispanic
3%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data

Black
58%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

White
35%
41%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Two or more races
2%
4%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
65%
0.54

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

91%
82.6%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
27.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Neville High School's ranking?
Neville High School is ranked #341 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Neville High School often compared to?
Neville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Monroe High School, Ouachita Parish High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neville High School?
The graduation rate of Neville High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Neville High School?
1,042 students attend Neville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Neville High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neville High School?
Neville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neville High School offer ?
Neville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neville High School part of?
Neville High School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
In what neighborhood is Neville High School located?
Neville High School is located in the Garden District neighborhood of Monroe, LA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,042 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 91% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : Neville High School serves the northwest part of Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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