GUEYDAN HIGH SCHOOL

Gueydan High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Vermilion Parish school district, located in Gueydan, LA with about 262 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 17 teachers, Gueydan High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Gueydan High School, located in the small town of Gueydan, Louisiana, serves as a central hub for the local Vermilion Parish community. As a combined middle and high school, it offers a small-town educational environment that focuses on providing personalized instruction to its student body. The school is known for its close-knit atmosphere, where faculty and staff strive to foster strong relationships with students, helping them navigate their academic and social development in a supportive, rural setting.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Gueydan High School plays a vital role in the social and extracurricular life of the community. The school emphasizes traditional values and prides itself on its school spirit, often rallying the local town around its athletic programs and various student organizations. By balancing standard state-mandated educational requirements with a deep commitment to local identity and student involvement, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education or the workforce while remaining firmly rooted in its regional heritage.

For more information, contact Gueydan High School at (337) 536-6938 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.