Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Simpson 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 45-49% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simpson High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Simpson, LA, encompassing approximately 1,341.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 27.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 42.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simpson High School's student population of 252 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 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 Motto
Bronco Pride—Working with Purpose!
School Rankings
Simpson 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 Simpson High School is 0.17, 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
#327 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
42%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
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
11%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Simpson High School's ranking?
Simpson High School is ranked #327 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Simpson High School often compared to?
Simpson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leesville High School, Pitkin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Simpson High School?
The graduation rate of Simpson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Simpson High School?
252 students attend Simpson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Simpson High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson High School?
Simpson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Simpson High School offer ?
Simpson High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simpson High School part of?
Simpson High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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