Serving 265 students in grades 9-12, Rapides 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rapides High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Rapides High School's student population of 265 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rapides 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 Rapides High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#262 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
27%
41%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Rapides High School's ranking?
Rapides High School is ranked #262 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rapides High School?
The graduation rate of Rapides High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Rapides High School?
265 students attend Rapides High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rapides High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rapides High School?
Rapides High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rapides High School offer ?
Rapides High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rapides High School part of?
Rapides High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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