Leesville High School

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.
884
Total Students
44.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Leesville High School
Demographic Student Count
White398
Hispanic120
Black252
Asian17
Two or More79
American Indian5
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    398 (45.0 %)
  • Black
    252 (28.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    120 (13.6 %)
  • Two or More
    79 (8.9 %)
  • Asian
    17 (1.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Leesville High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9305
Grade 10205
Grade 11204
Grade 12170
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Leesville High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45451.4%
Male43048.6%