Serving 1,080 students in grades 8-12, West Ouachita High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ouachita High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Ouachita High School's student population of 1,080 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,080 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Ouachita High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ouachita High School is 0.17, 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
#182 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
6%
41%
White
91%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ouachita High School's ranking?
West Ouachita High School is ranked #182 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Ouachita High School often compared to?
West Ouachita High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Monroe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ouachita High School?
The graduation rate of West Ouachita High School is 84%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend West Ouachita High School?
1,080 students attend West Ouachita High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Ouachita High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ouachita High School?
West Ouachita High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Ouachita High School offer ?
West Ouachita High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is West Ouachita High School part of?
West Ouachita High School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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