RAYNE HIGH SCHOOL

Rayne High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Acadia Parish school district, located in Rayne, LA with about 686 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Rayne High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rayne High School, located at 1016 North Polk Street in Rayne, Louisiana, serves as a central educational institution for the local community within the Acadia Parish School District. Known for its deep roots in the "Frog Capital of the World," the school emphasizes a traditional high school experience that focuses on academic preparation, vocational training, and the cultivation of school spirit. It plays a significant role in the social fabric of the town, often serving as a hub for local events and fostering a strong sense of community pride among its students, faculty, and alumni.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Rayne High School is highly regarded for its active extracurricular life, particularly its athletic programs and performing arts. The school, home to the "Wolves," maintains a competitive presence in Louisiana high school sports, which helps drive student engagement and community involvement. By balancing rigorous classroom expectations with a variety of clubs, sports, and organizations, Rayne High seeks to provide a well-rounded foundation that prepares its students for success in both higher education and the regional workforce.

For more information, contact Rayne High School at (337) 334-3691 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1016 North Polk Street
Rayne, LA 70578-6199
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RAYNE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Rayne, LA with about 686 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Acadia Parish
Total Students:
686
Teachers:
34.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 686 students

White
65.3%
Black or African American
31.2%
Hispanic/Latino
1.6%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.1%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.