Lafayette High School is a public four-year public high school located at 3000 W Congress Street in Lafayette, Louisiana, United States.
Serving 1,720 students in grades 9-12, Lafayette High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lafayette High School's student population of 1,720 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Black, Kelly green
School Motto
Inspire and empower students within a disciplined academic environment.
School Rankings
Lafayette High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#142 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
34%
42%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette High School's ranking?
Lafayette High School is ranked #142 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lafayette High School often compared to?
Lafayette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O. Comeaux High School, Acadiana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette High School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lafayette High School?
1,720 students attend Lafayette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lafayette High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette High School?
Lafayette High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette High School offer ?
Lafayette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette High School part of?
Lafayette High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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