Westgate High School is a public high school in unincorporated Iberia Parish, Louisiana, near New Iberia. It is a part of the Iberia Parish School System. It is located at 2305 Jefferson Island Road in New Iberia, Louisiana, U.S.
Serving 990 students in grades 9-12, Westgate 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 40% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westgate High School's student population of 990 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Be Prepared - Be Respectful - Show Ownership - Make Wise Choices - Be a Lifetime Learner
School Rankings
Westgate 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 Westgate High School is 0.59, 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
#450 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
58%
41%
White
27%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate High School's ranking?
Westgate High School is ranked #450 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westgate High School often compared to?
Westgate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Iberia Senior 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westgate High School?
The graduation rate of Westgate High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Westgate High School?
990 students attend Westgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westgate High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westgate High School?
Westgate High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westgate High School offer ?
Westgate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westgate High School part of?
Westgate High School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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