Welsh High School is a grade 9-12 senior high school in Welsh, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Jeff Davis Parish Public Schools. As of 2011 it had 283 students.
Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, Welsh 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 28% 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: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Welsh High School serves the southern part of its district in Welsh, LA, covering an area of approximately 167.8 square miles. Families typically find the school about 15-20 minutes away, with an average distance of 9.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 17.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welsh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Welsh High School's student population of 263 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Welsh High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Welsh High School is 0.45, 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
#142 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and black
School Mascot
Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welsh High School's ranking?
Welsh High School is ranked #142 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Welsh High School often compared to?
Welsh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacassine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Welsh High School?
The graduation rate of Welsh High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Welsh High School?
263 students attend Welsh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Welsh High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welsh High School?
Welsh High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Welsh High School offer ?
Welsh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welsh High School part of?
Welsh High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
School Reviews
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