Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Weston High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weston High School's student population of 639 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weston High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weston High School is 0.37, 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
#557 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
14%
42%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weston High School's ranking?
Weston High School is ranked #557 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Weston High School often compared to?
Weston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonesboro-hodge Elementary School, Quitman High School, Jonesboro-hodge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weston High School?
The graduation rate of Weston High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Weston High School?
639 students attend Weston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Weston High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weston High School?
Weston High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weston High School offer ?
Weston High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Weston High School part of?
Weston High School is part of Jackson Parish School District.
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