Acadiana High School is located in Scott, Louisiana, United States. Acadiana High School opened in 1969 following the consolidation of Judice High School, located in Judice Community, and Scott High School, located in Scott.
Serving 1,835 students in grades 9-12, Acadiana High School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acadiana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Acadiana High School's student population of 1,835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Acadiana High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadiana High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
36%
41%
White
39%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bighorn Sheep
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadiana High School's ranking?
Acadiana High School is ranked #557 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Acadiana High School often compared to?
Acadiana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acadiana High School?
The graduation rate of Acadiana High School is 83%, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Acadiana High School?
1,835 students attend Acadiana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Acadiana High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acadiana High School?
Acadiana High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Acadiana High School offer ?
Acadiana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acadiana High School part of?
Acadiana High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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