Serving 308 students in grades 6-12, North Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
North Central High School's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central 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
#1021 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
77%
41%
White
21%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central High School's ranking?
North Central High School is ranked #1021 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are North Central High School often compared to?
North Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Barre High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
308 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Central High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Central High School offer ?
North Central High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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