Vinton High School is a Title I public high school located in the city of Vinton, Louisiana. It is a part of Calcasieu Parish Public Schools. The school colors are red and blue, and the Principal is Eric Heinen. The school had an enrollment of 296 for the 2020-21 school year.
Serving 286 students in grades 9-12, Vinton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Vinton High School's student population of 286 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Vinton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vinton High School is 0.46, 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
#874 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
71%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinton High School's ranking?
Vinton High School is ranked #874 out of 1,251 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 Vinton High School?
The graduation rate of Vinton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Vinton High School?
286 students attend Vinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Vinton High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vinton High School?
Vinton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vinton High School offer ?
Vinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vinton High School part of?
Vinton High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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