Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Port Barre 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Barre High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Port Barre High School's student population of 396 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Barre 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 Port Barre High School is 0.40, 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
#517 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Barre High School's ranking?
Port Barre High School is ranked #517 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Barre High School often compared to?
Port Barre High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Port Barre High School?
The graduation rate of Port Barre High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Port Barre High School?
396 students attend Port Barre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Port Barre High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Barre High School?
Port Barre High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Barre High School offer ?
Port Barre High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Port Barre High School part of?
Port Barre High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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