CASTOR HIGH SCHOOL

Castor High School is a Title I public school that is part of the Bienville Parish school district, located in Castor, LA with about 588 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 43 teachers, Castor High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Castor High School, located at 140 Front Street in Castor, Louisiana, serves as a central educational hub for the local community in Bienville Parish. As a public institution, the school provides academic instruction for students spanning from kindergarten through the twelfth grade (K-12). It operates as a pillar of the small, close-knit town, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce while fostering a supportive environment characteristic of rural school districts.

Beyond its academic offerings, Castor High School plays a significant role in the social and extracurricular life of the community. The school is well-known for its athletic programs—competing under the "Tigers" mascot—which serve as a major point of pride and a focal point for community gathering. By balancing traditional classroom learning with local sports culture and extracurricular engagement, the school strives to cultivate student growth and maintain a strong connection with the residents of Castor and the surrounding areas.

For more information, contact Castor High School at (318) 544-7271 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.