Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Simpson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Simpson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Simpson High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simpson 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 Simpson High School is 0.10, 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
#314 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
n/a
41%
White
95%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson High School's ranking?
Simpson High School is ranked #314 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Simpson High School often compared to?
Simpson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leesville High School, Pitkin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Simpson High School?
The graduation rate of Simpson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Simpson High School?
246 students attend Simpson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Simpson High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpson High School?
Simpson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpson High School offer ?
Simpson High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Simpson High School part of?
Simpson High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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