Sulphur High School is a 5A public high school located in Sulphur, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Calcasieu Parish Public Schools. The students are offered a variety of Advanced Placement courses as well as opportunities for dual enrollment in classes at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Serving 1,992 students in grades 9-12, Sulphur 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 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur High School's student population of 1,992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Motto
We will provide quality education in an atmosphere that promotes achievement and dedication to learning.
School Rankings
Sulphur High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sulphur High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#298 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
10%
41%
White
76%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Tornado
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur High School's ranking?
Sulphur High School is ranked #298 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sulphur High School often compared to?
Sulphur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred M. Barbe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sulphur High School?
The graduation rate of Sulphur High School is 88%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Sulphur High School?
1,992 students attend Sulphur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sulphur High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sulphur High School?
Sulphur High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sulphur High School offer ?
Sulphur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sulphur High School part of?
Sulphur High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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