Serving 248 students in grades 9-12, Rapides High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: RAPIDES HIGH SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Lecompte, LA, covering an area of approximately 279.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rapides High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rapides High School's student population of 248 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rapides High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rapides 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
#294 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
50-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2011–2024. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
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
5%
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 Rapides High School's ranking?
Rapides High School is ranked #294 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rapides High School?
The graduation rate of Rapides High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Rapides High School?
248 students attend Rapides High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rapides High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rapides High School?
Rapides High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rapides High School offer ?
Rapides High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rapides High School part of?
Rapides High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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