Sam Houston High School is a high school in an unincorporated area north of Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Calcasieu Parish Public Schools and was established in 1961.
Serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12, Sam Houston 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 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Houston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sam Houston High School's student population of 1,141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sam Houston 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 Sam Houston High School is 0.38, 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
#148 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
11%
42%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Broncos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Houston High School's ranking?
Sam Houston High School is ranked #148 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sam Houston High School often compared to?
Sam Houston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School, Alfred M. Barbe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sam Houston High School?
The graduation rate of Sam Houston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Sam Houston High School?
1,141 students attend Sam Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sam Houston High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sam Houston High School?
Sam Houston High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sam Houston High School offer ?
Sam Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sam Houston High School part of?
Sam Houston High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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