West Monroe High School is a high school in West Monroe, Louisiana, United States. It is administered by the Ouachita Parish School Board. WMHS is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school's mascot is The Rebel Man.
Serving 2,041 students in grades 8-12, West Monroe High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,041 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Monroe High School serves the northern part of its school district in West Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 97.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Monroe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Monroe High School's student population of 2,041 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,041 students
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Monroe 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 West Monroe High School is 0.54, 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
#199 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
23%
42%
White
64%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Monroe High School's ranking?
West Monroe High School is ranked #199 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Monroe High School often compared to?
West Monroe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neville High School, Sterlington High School, West Ouachita High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Monroe High School?
The graduation rate of West Monroe High School is 89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend West Monroe High School?
2,041 students attend West Monroe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Monroe High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Monroe High School?
West Monroe High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Monroe High School offer ?
West Monroe High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Monroe High School part of?
West Monroe High School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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