West Ouachita High School It is administered by the Ouachita Parish School Board, which ranks second out of sixty-six school systems in Louisiana. The school is located in unincorporated Ouachita Parish with a West Monroe address. It is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,048 students in grades 8-12, West Ouachita High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ouachita High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Ouachita High School's student population of 1,048 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
West Ouachita 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 West Ouachita High School is 0.19, 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
#344 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
6%
41%
White
90%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chief
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ouachita High School's ranking?
West Ouachita High School is ranked #344 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Ouachita High School often compared to?
West Ouachita High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Monroe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ouachita High School?
The graduation rate of West Ouachita High School is 89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend West Ouachita High School?
1,048 students attend West Ouachita High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Ouachita High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ouachita High School?
West Ouachita High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ouachita High School offer ?
West Ouachita High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Ouachita High School part of?
West Ouachita High School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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