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 2,160 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 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- 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%)
- 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 2,160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
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 0.52, 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
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
65%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 83%.
How many students attend West Monroe High School?
2,160 students attend West Monroe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Monroe High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Monroe High School?
West Monroe High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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