Serving 1,380 students in grades 9-12, New Iberia Senior 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 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
New Iberia Senior High School's student population of 1,380 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Iberia Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Iberia Senior High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#329 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
38%
42%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #329 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Iberia Senior High School?
The graduation rate of New Iberia Senior High School is 84%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend New Iberia Senior High School?
1,380 students attend New Iberia Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of New Iberia Senior High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Iberia Senior High School?
New Iberia Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Iberia Senior High School offer ?
New Iberia Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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