WEST OUACHITA HIGH SCHOOL
West Ouachita High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, located in West Monroe, LA with about 1,134 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 67 teachers, West Ouachita High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
West Ouachita High School, located in West Monroe, Louisiana, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Ouachita Parish School District. Committed to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core coursework, advanced placement opportunities, and diverse extracurricular activities. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, fostering an environment that emphasizes both personal growth and civic responsibility among its student body.
Beyond academics, West Ouachita High School is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong athletic programs, which play a significant role in the campus culture. The school provides a variety of clubs, organizations, and vocational pathways, allowing students to explore their interests and develop technical skills relevant to the modern workforce. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and focusing on holistic student achievement, West Ouachita High School remains dedicated to equipping its graduates with the tools necessary to navigate their future endeavors effectively.
For more information, contact West Ouachita High School at (318) 249-2117 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
West Monroe, LA 71292
(318) 249-2117
WEST OUACHITA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Monroe, LA with about 1,134 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Ouachita Parish
- Total Students:
- 1,134
- Teachers:
- 67.29
- 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 1,134 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST OUACHITA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 95% of the student body.
- White
- 95.0%
- Black or African American
- 3.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.6%
- Two or more races
- 0.4%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.