CALDWELL PARISH HIGH SCHOOL

Caldwell Parish High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Caldwell Parish school district, located in Columbia, LA with about 445 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 30 teachers, Caldwell Parish High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Caldwell Parish High School, located in Columbia, Louisiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Caldwell Parish School District. As a rural public school, it functions as the central hub for academics, athletics, and extracurricular development for students in grades 9 through 12. The school is known for its "Spartan" identity, which fosters a close-knit community atmosphere typical of smaller parish school systems where student-teacher relationships and local involvement are prioritized.

Beyond its core curriculum, Caldwell Parish High School offers a variety of programs designed to prepare students for both collegiate and vocational pathways. The school maintains a strong emphasis on traditional high school culture, including active participation in Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) sports and various career and technical education (CTE) initiatives. By focusing on fundamental academic standards and community-centered values, the school aims to equip its student body with the necessary skills to succeed within the local workforce or in higher education settings.

For more information, contact Caldwell Parish High School at (318) 649-2750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.