Opelousas Senior High School

Opelousas Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1014 Judson Walsh Dr,  Opelousas, LA
St. Landry Parish Public Schools
3.6
4.2
772 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rodney J. Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
870
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Average GPA
3.34
Graduation Rate
71%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.34
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
55
Full Time Teachers
55
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
870
Math
430
Verbal
430
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
21
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
24%
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
416:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.1%
Female
46.9%
Black
88.2%
White
7.1%
Hispanic
2.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

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 221 Students
Louisiana State University 200 Students
Southern University & A&M College 161 Students
Northwestern State University of Louisiana 124 Students
McNeese State University 121 Students
Grambling State University 104 Students
Xavier University of Louisiana 103 Students
University of New Orleans 88 Students
Louisiana Tech University 85 Students
Louisiana State University - Eunice 76 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 95 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 38 Students
Biology 37 Students
Business 31 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 15 Students
Radiologic Technician 14 Students
Computer Science 13 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 101 Reviews
5.0 Parent
2/26/2024
OHS is a school that has literally came up over the years. This school was so well known in the community for its students being unruly to being known for the best education and sports opportunities. Nothing good comes without hard work. We are proud to have our kids attend.
2.0 Senior
1/16/2023
College readiness is poor Dual enrollment is available Lack of teachers Lack of Administration Student Involvement is Poor I met some good friends here at OHS, but as far as for academics, there's not much opportunities for students
5.0 Senior
6/17/2022
I love the community and how all of the staff strive and push you to do your best and help you to believe that you can achieve anything that you put your mind to.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 6 Reviews
3.0 student
11/23/2009
5.0 student
7/7/2009
5.0 parent
6/4/2009
5.0 student
2/3/2009

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Opelousas Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Opelousas, LA and is served by the St. Landry Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. The school has a total enrollment of 772 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 7.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Opelousas Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.34, the graduation rate is 71%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 870 and an ACT score of 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts, Apostolic Christian Academy, Opelousas Catholic School, and more. Learn more about what Opelousas has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Opelousas Senior High School.

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