Lacassine High School
656 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Lacassine High School, located at 409 Algonia Avenue in Lacassine, Louisiana, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Jefferson Davis Parish School District. As a smaller, rural school, it is known for fostering a close-knit environment where students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade often benefit from more personalized attention and strong community support. The school places a high value on academic growth, character development, and preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether they are pursuing higher education or entering the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Lacassine High School is deeply integrated into the spirit of its small-town setting, often serving as a focal point for local pride and extracurricular activity. The school maintains a competitive presence in various athletic programs and student organizations, which play a vital role in building school spirit and teaching students the importance of teamwork and discipline. With its commitment to both traditional academics and meaningful extracurricular engagement, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students succeed in a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere.
Beyond the classroom, Lacassine High School is deeply integrated into the spirit of its small-town setting, often serving as a focal point for local pride and extracurricular activity. The school maintains a competitive presence in various athletic programs and student organizations, which play a vital role in building school spirit and teaching students the importance of teamwork and discipline. With its commitment to both traditional academics and meaningful extracurricular engagement, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students succeed in a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere.
656
Total Students
37.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 527 |
| Hispanic | 30 |
| Black | 47 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White527 (80.3 %)
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Two or More49 (7.5 %)
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Black47 (7.2 %)
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Hispanic30 (4.6 %)
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Asian2 (0.3 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Jefferson Davis Parish |
| Phone: | (337)588-4206 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 656 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 211 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 35 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
33
Kindergarten
51
Grade 1
45
Grade 2
44
Grade 3
33
Grade 4
49
Grade 5
52
Grade 6
45
Grade 7
44
Grade 8
45
Grade 9
52
Grade 10
72
Grade 11
49
Grade 12
42
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 33 |
| Kindergarten | 51 |
| Grade 1 | 45 |
| Grade 2 | 44 |
| Grade 3 | 33 |
| Grade 4 | 49 |
| Grade 5 | 52 |
| Grade 6 | 45 |
| Grade 7 | 44 |
| Grade 8 | 45 |
| Grade 9 | 52 |
| Grade 10 | 72 |
| Grade 11 | 49 |
| Grade 12 | 42 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 329 | 50.2% |
| Male | 327 | 49.8% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
819 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th