Ruston High School is a four-year public high school located in the Lincoln Parish School District of Ruston, Louisiana, United States. Founded in 1921 and the current High School built in 1939 located near Louisiana Tech Campus.
Serving 1,212 students in grades 9-12, Ruston High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruston High School serves the northern part of Ruston, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 274.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ruston High School's student population of 1,212 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Rankings
Ruston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruston High School is 0.61, 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
#218 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
43%
42%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Grey, Red
School Mascot
Binturong
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruston High School's ranking?
Ruston High School is ranked #218 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ruston High School often compared to?
Ruston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simsboro High School, Choudrant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruston High School?
The graduation rate of Ruston High School is 99%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Ruston High School?
1,212 students attend Ruston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ruston High School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruston High School?
Ruston High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruston High School offer ?
Ruston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruston High School part of?
Ruston High School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
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