Serving 354 students in grades 9-12, Port Barre High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Barre High School serves the southeast part of its school district in Port Barre, LA, covering an area of approximately 154 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Barre High School's student population of 354 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be inspired. Be determined. Be unstoppable!
School Rankings
Port Barre 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 Barre High School is 0.33, 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
#481 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 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)
45-49%
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 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
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)45.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Barre High School's ranking?
Port Barre High School is ranked #481 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Barre High School often compared to?
Port Barre High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Central High School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Barre High School?
The graduation rate of Port Barre High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Port Barre High School?
354 students attend Port Barre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Port Barre High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Barre High School?
Port Barre High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Barre High School offer ?
Port Barre High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Barre High School part of?
Port Barre High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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