Kinder High School

Allen Parish
145 Hwy 383
Kinder, LA 70648
426 Students
High School 8th - 12th
School Overview
Kinder High School, located in Kinder, Louisiana, serves as a central hub for secondary education within Allen Parish. As a public institution, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment, reflecting the values of its small-town community while maintaining a focus on core subjects, technology integration, and college-preparatory coursework.

Beyond its academic offerings, Kinder High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular development, boasting a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and clubs that encourage school spirit and personal growth. The school plays an integral role in the town of Kinder, often serving as a focal point for local events and community pride. By balancing traditional educational standards with a supportive social environment, the school strives to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to contribute positively to the broader Louisiana community.
426
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    309 (72.5 %)
  • Black
    72 (16.9 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (6.1 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (2.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (1.6 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Allen Parish
Phone: (337)738-2886
Grade Range: 8th - 12th
Total Students: 426
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 204
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 117
Grade 10 123
Grade 11 87
Grade 12 99
Gender Ratio