Serving 380 students in grades 7-12, Lake Arthur 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Arthur High School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Arthur High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Arthur High School is 0.39, 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
#421 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
13%
41%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arthur High School's ranking?
Lake Arthur High School is ranked #421 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Arthur High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Arthur High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lake Arthur High School?
380 students attend Lake Arthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lake Arthur High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Arthur High School?
Lake Arthur High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur High School offer ?
Lake Arthur High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lake Arthur High School part of?
Lake Arthur High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
this school is a very exquisite school to enroll your children into. There are sports available. If your child isn't interested in sports we have band, and other activities provided for the students. the facalty is great. they get along well with all the students. the advisors always try to involve the parents, but it is also up to them to choose wether they want to be involved in their childs schooling activities
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