Serving 1,315 students in grades 9-12, New Iberia Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Iberia Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Iberia Senior High School's student population of 1,315 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Iberia Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Iberia Senior High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Yellowjacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Iberia Senior High School's ranking?
New Iberia Senior High School is ranked #171 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are New Iberia Senior High School often compared to?
New Iberia Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Iberia Senior High School?
The graduation rate of New Iberia Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend New Iberia Senior High School?
1,315 students attend New Iberia Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of New Iberia Senior High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Iberia Senior High School?
New Iberia Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Iberia Senior High School offer ?
New Iberia Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Iberia Senior High School part of?
New Iberia Senior High School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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