Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Simsboro High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Simsboro High School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simsboro High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simsboro High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
45%
42%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simsboro High School's ranking?
Simsboro High School is ranked #308 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Simsboro High School often compared to?
Simsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Choudrant High School, Ruston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Simsboro High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Simsboro High School?
544 students attend Simsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Simsboro High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simsboro High School?
Simsboro High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Simsboro High School offer ?
Simsboro High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Simsboro High School part of?
Simsboro High School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
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