Serving 180 students in grades 7-12, Oberlin High School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oberlin High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Oberlin, LA, covering an area of approximately 168.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oberlin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oberlin High School's student population of 180 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oberlin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oberlin 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2013–2024. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Charcoal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberlin High School's ranking?
Oberlin High School is ranked #432 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Oberlin High School often compared to?
Oberlin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale High School, Reeves High School, Kinder 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oberlin High School?
The graduation rate of Oberlin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Oberlin High School?
180 students attend Oberlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Oberlin High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oberlin High School?
Oberlin High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oberlin High School offer ?
Oberlin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oberlin High School part of?
Oberlin High School is part of Allen Parish School District.
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