Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, Port Allen High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Allen High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Port Allen, LA, covering approximately 154 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.5 miles and the furthest edge located 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Allen High School's student population of 452 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Fight Fraud, Waste & Abuse!
School Rankings
Port Allen 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 Port Allen High School is 0.47, 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
#619 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
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
8%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Allen High School's ranking?
Port Allen High School is ranked #619 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Allen High School often compared to?
Port Allen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brusly High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Allen High School?
The graduation rate of Port Allen High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Port Allen High School?
452 students attend Port Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Port Allen High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Allen High School?
Port Allen High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Allen High School offer ?
Port Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Allen High School part of?
Port Allen High School is part of West Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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