Patterson High School is a high school in unincorporated St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States, near the city of Patterson. It is a part of the St. Mary Parish School Board.
Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Patterson High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patterson High School serves the eastern part of Patterson, LA, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Families within the zone typically reside about 10-12 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Patterson High School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patterson 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 Patterson High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#797 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2011–2024. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lumberjack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson High School's ranking?
Patterson High School is ranked #797 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Patterson High School?
The graduation rate of Patterson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Patterson High School?
439 students attend Patterson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Patterson High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson High School?
Patterson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Patterson High School offer ?
Patterson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patterson High School part of?
Patterson High School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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