Lafayette High School

Lafayette High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3000 W Congress St,  Lafayette, LA
Lafayette Parish Public Schools
3.8
4.8
1,862 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Patrick J. Leonard
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
56%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Administration
D+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
103
Full Time Teachers
103
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
26
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
52%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
21%
State Average
10%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
364:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%
White
44.1%
Black
35.4%
Hispanic
13.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.5%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Niche Standout HS in Louisiana
#10 Most Diverse Public HS in Louisiana
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 795 Students
Louisiana State University 671 Students
Tulane University 199 Students
Louisiana Tech University 181 Students
Loyola University New Orleans 178 Students
McNeese State University 163 Students
University of New Orleans 147 Students
Southern University & A&M College 140 Students
Baylor University 128 Students
Northwestern State University of Louisiana 128 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 189 Students
Nursing 165 Students
Psychology 111 Students
Business 108 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 89 Students
Computer Science 60 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 47 Students
Political Science and Government 46 Students
Chemistry 45 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 44 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 449 Reviews
4.0 Junior
4/10/2024
It's not a bad school it is very diverse and we have lots of clubs as well as sports also many ap classes as well as college classes
3.0 Alum
2/15/2024
It was an okay experience. There was a few good things, such as the opportunities to get ahead for college, as well as various extracurricular activities available for students. The school environment leaves a bit to be desired, though, and it was not always safe for students.
4.0 Senior
8/31/2023
The best part about attending Lafayette High is the teachers. The worst part is how they want everyone to be alike in uniform.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 11 Reviews
5.0 other
4/26/2019
SUPERIOR. THIS IS THE FINEST HIGH SCHOOL IN THE STATE. AN EXEMPLARY MUSIC PROGRAM.
5.0 other
8/31/2015
The finest liberal arts academy in the state. Their instrumental music program is unparalleled. LHS graduates several valedictorians (consistently).
5.0 other
7/19/2013
Lafayette High School was the best thing to happen to me. It shaped my character, opened my eyes to culture and diversity, and gave me every possibility to succeed. I was in the Gifted program and the Academy of Health Careers. Both enriched me and made me into the woman I am today. Though the physi...
5.0 parent
9/3/2012
My father went to Laf.High over 50 yrs. ago. He was a very productive young man. Hewas on the football teamRobert W. Power. He and I are so happy Halie is going to a school that is still to this day sendind outinto this big world productive young men and women. That has alot to do w/ the parent,teac...

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Lafayette High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lafayette, LA and is served by the Lafayette Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. The school has a total enrollment of 1,862 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 56% are proficient in reading. Lafayette High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $190,162. Discover additional schools in the area, like Early College Academy, Acadiana High School, JCFA Lafayette, and more. Learn more about what Lafayette has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lafayette High School.

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