Serving 1,911 students in grades 9-12, Sulphur 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 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sulphur High School serves the southwest part of Sulphur, LA, covering an area of approximately 199 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.6 miles and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur High School's student population of 1,911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,911 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1913
School Rankings
Sulphur 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 Sulphur High School is 0.41, 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
#298 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
76%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
School Mascot
Tornados
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur High School's ranking?
Sulphur High School is ranked #298 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sulphur High School often compared to?
Sulphur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred M. Barbe 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sulphur High School?
The graduation rate of Sulphur High School is 88%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Sulphur High School?
1,911 students attend Sulphur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sulphur High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sulphur High School?
Sulphur High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sulphur High School offer ?
Sulphur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sulphur High School part of?
Sulphur High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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