Serving 772 students in grades 9-12, Opelousas Senior 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Opelousas Senior High School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Opelousas Senior 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 Opelousas Senior High School is 0.22, 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
#1045 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
88%
41%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opelousas Senior High School's ranking?
Opelousas Senior High School is ranked #1045 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Opelousas Senior High School often compared to?
Opelousas Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beau Chene High School, Port Barre High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Opelousas Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Opelousas Senior High School is 71%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Opelousas Senior High School?
772 students attend Opelousas Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Opelousas Senior High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opelousas Senior High School?
Opelousas Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Opelousas Senior High School offer ?
Opelousas Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opelousas Senior High School part of?
Opelousas Senior High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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