Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Red River 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 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 67% 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: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red River High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Coushatta, LA, covering approximately 402.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Red River High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever it Takes
School Rankings
Red River 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 Red River High School is 0.51, 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
#726 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
33%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red River High School's ranking?
Red River High School is ranked #726 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red River High School?
The graduation rate of Red River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Red River High School?
349 students attend Red River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Red River High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red River High School?
Red River High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red River High School offer ?
Red River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red River High School part of?
Red River High School is part of Red River Parish School District.
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