Leesville High School
884 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Leesville High School, located at 502 Berry Avenue in Leesville, Louisiana, serves as a central educational pillar for the Vernon Parish School District. As the primary high school for the city of Leesville, the institution is deeply integrated into the local community and maintains a strong connection to the nearby Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk). This proximity often results in a diverse student body, as the school frequently welcomes students from military families, contributing to a unique and transient cultural environment that fosters resilience and adaptability among the student population.
Academically and extracurricularly, Leesville High School offers a traditional comprehensive high school experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school is well-regarded for its "Wampus Cat" pride, featuring a competitive athletic program and various clubs and organizations that encourage student engagement. By balancing rigorous academic requirements with a wide array of social and athletic opportunities, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively to both the local Louisiana community and the broader workforce.
Academically and extracurricularly, Leesville High School offers a traditional comprehensive high school experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school is well-regarded for its "Wampus Cat" pride, featuring a competitive athletic program and various clubs and organizations that encourage student engagement. By balancing rigorous academic requirements with a wide array of social and athletic opportunities, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively to both the local Louisiana community and the broader workforce.
884
Total Students
44.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 398 |
| Hispanic | 120 |
| Black | 252 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More | 79 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 13 |
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White398 (45.0 %)
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Black252 (28.5 %)
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Hispanic120 (13.6 %)
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Two or More79 (8.9 %)
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Asian17 (1.9 %)
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Pacific Islander13 (1.5 %)
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American Indian5 (0.6 %)
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: | Vernon Parish |
| Phone: | (337)239-3464 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 884 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 336 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 113 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
305
Grade 10
205
Grade 11
204
Grade 12
170
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 305 |
| Grade 10 | 205 |
| Grade 11 | 204 |
| Grade 12 | 170 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 454 | 51.4% |
| Male | 430 | 48.6% |
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