Serving 1,326 students in grades 9-12, Central Lafourche High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lafourche High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Lafourche High School's student population of 1,326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Lafourche High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lafourche High School is 0.53, 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
#421 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
18%
42%
White
66%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lafourche High School's ranking?
Central Lafourche High School is ranked #421 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Central Lafourche High School often compared to?
Central Lafourche High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thibodaux High School, South Lafourche High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lafourche High School?
The graduation rate of Central Lafourche High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Central Lafourche High School?
1,326 students attend Central Lafourche High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Lafourche High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Lafourche High School?
Central Lafourche High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Lafourche High School offer ?
Central Lafourche High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Lafourche High School part of?
Central Lafourche High School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 6/16/2020
BBLMS, BBLES, and CLHS are awesome schools to go to the best schools in the whole wide world.
5 5/12/2008
Central is a one of a kind school. I may not go to this school but i know plenty of people who have. the acedemic program is a brilliant way to actually get the young people of today thinking and 4 them to actually learn something. I LOVE THIS SCHOOL!!!!!! GO CENTRAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
P.S. i go to slhs but i love central they are so much better in everything they do.!!!!!!!!!!!! keep on being better!!!!!!!
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