Serving 1,991 students in grades 9-12, Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,991 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alfred M. Barbe High School's student population of 1,991 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred M. Barbe High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred M. Barbe High School is 0.62, 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
#271 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
55%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred M. Barbe High School's ranking?
Alfred M. Barbe High School is ranked #271 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Alfred M. Barbe High School often compared to?
Alfred M. Barbe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lagrange High School, Sulphur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alfred M. Barbe High School?
The graduation rate of Alfred M. Barbe High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School?
1,991 students attend Alfred M. Barbe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alfred M. Barbe High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred M. Barbe High School?
Alfred M. Barbe High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alfred M. Barbe High School offer ?
Alfred M. Barbe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alfred M. Barbe High School part of?
Alfred M. Barbe High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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