VINTON HIGH SCHOOL
Vinton High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Calcasieu Parish school district, located in Vinton, LA with about 271 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Vinton High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
Vinton High School, located at 1603 Grace Street in Vinton, Louisiana, serves as a central pillar of the local community within the Calcasieu Parish Public School System. As a secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic environment designed to prepare students for post-secondary success through a traditional curriculum, elective courses, and extracurricular activities. The school takes pride in fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes both scholastic achievement and the development of well-rounded individuals.
Beyond its classroom offerings, Vinton High School is well-regarded for its active school spirit and strong athletic programs, which serve as a major focal point for community engagement. The school strives to maintain a supportive culture where students are encouraged to participate in clubs, sports, and organizations that enrich their high school experience. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a commitment to student growth and local traditions, Vinton High continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of the youth in the Vinton area.
For more information, contact Vinton High School at (337) 217-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 217-4400
VINTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Vinton, LA with about 271 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Calcasieu Parish
- Total Students:
- 271
- Teachers:
- 22.99
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 271 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending VINTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.2%
- Black or African American
- 18.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.1%
- Asian
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
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.