Serving 256 students in grades 6-12, Varnado High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varnado High School's student population of 256 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Varnado 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 Varnado High School is 0.50, 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
#1045 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
64%
42%
White
31%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnado High School's ranking?
Varnado High School is ranked #1045 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Varnado High School?
The graduation rate of Varnado High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Varnado High School?
256 students attend Varnado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Varnado High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varnado High School?
Varnado High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Varnado High School offer ?
Varnado High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Varnado High School part of?
Varnado High School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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