Serving 1,998 students in grades 9-12, Walker High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walker High School's student population of 1,998 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
14%
42%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker High School's ranking?
Walker High School is ranked #164 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Walker High School often compared to?
Walker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denham Springs High School, Live Oak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walker High School?
The graduation rate of Walker High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Walker High School?
1,998 students attend Walker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Walker High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker High School?
Walker High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker High School offer ?
Walker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Walker High School part of?
Walker High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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