Lavaca High School

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Lavaca High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
311 Holly St,  Lavaca, AR
Lavaca School District
3.5
5.0
245 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Felicia Owen
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
18.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
15.3%
Science
16.8%
English
55.2%
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
237:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.5%
White
78.4%
Hispanic
9.9%
Two or more races
8.9%
Native American
1.4%
Asian
1.4%

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 Arkansas at Fort Smith 95 Students
Arkansas Tech University 84 Students
University of Arkansas 68 Students
University of Central Arkansas 61 Students
Ouachita Baptist University 35 Students
Arkansas State University 27 Students
University of the Ozarks 14 Students
Oklahoma State University 13 Students
Harding University 13 Students
College of the Ozarks 13 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 21 Students
Business 17 Students
Biology 16 Students
Education 10 Students
Psychology 9 Students
Computer Science 7 Students
Marketing 7 Students
Physical Therapy 7 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 6 Students
Graphic Design 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 53 Reviews
3.0 Junior
9/8/2025
Overall Lavaca High School is a ok school. It isn't the best school around but they are constantly trying to improve. They offer some concurrent courses and have athletics. Most of which aren't very good. I love the school but sometimes wish we had access to some newer stuff.
4.0 Senior
10/22/2020
I really liked that, for the most part, all the students were easy going. Also, everyone kinda knew each other which is always nice to see. however, I would like to maybe see so improvements in regards to academics.
4.0 Sophomore
6/25/2018
The town is small so you get to know everyone. The teachers are willing to put in extra time to help you achieve your goals, boost your test scores, and explain different strategies for studying.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/23/2012
I am very proud of Lavaca Public Schools and all they have to offer my children. With a top-notch Band program, new funding that has brought in a wellness center and a National Award in our Nutrition area, Lavaca is achieving things that you typically only see in larger school districts. The adminis...
5.0 parent
10/12/2010
Lavaca is a small school with a big heart. The Band is exceptional and the speacial education department gives great support for special needs students

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Lavaca High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lavaca, AR and is served by the Lavaca School District in Arkansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 245 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Lavaca High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.48, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lavaca Middle School, Lavaca Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Lavaca has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lavaca High School.

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