Serving 465 students in grades 7-12, Avoyelles 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 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avoyelles High School's student population of 465 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Avoyelles High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avoyelles High School is 0.57, 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
#1006 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
46%
42%
White
47%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avoyelles High School's ranking?
Avoyelles High School is ranked #1006 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Avoyelles High School often compared to?
Avoyelles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avoyelles Public Charter School, La School For Ag Science, Bunkie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avoyelles High School?
The graduation rate of Avoyelles High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Avoyelles High School?
465 students attend Avoyelles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Avoyelles High School students are White, 46% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avoyelles High School?
Avoyelles High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avoyelles High School offer ?
Avoyelles High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avoyelles High School part of?
Avoyelles High School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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