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 242 students in grades 9-12, Vinton High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Vinton High School serves the western part of its school district in Vinton, LA, covering an area of approximately 197.2 square miles. Most students live within 15-20 minutes of the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.3 miles away.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vinton High School's student population of 242 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Our Maximum Potential
School Rankings
Vinton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vinton High School is 0.51, 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
#603 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White & Blue
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinton High School's ranking?
Vinton High School is ranked #603 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Vinton High School often compared to?
Vinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Vinton High School?
242 students attend Vinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Vinton High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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