Leesville High School
748 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.
748
Total Students
52.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 356 |
| Hispanic | 93 |
| Black | 192 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More | 77 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 10 |
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White356 (47.6%)
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Black192 (25.7%)
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Hispanic93 (12.4%)
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Two or More77 (10.3%)
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Asian15 (2.0%)
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Pacific Islander10 (1.3%)
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American Indian5 (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: | Vernon Parish |
| Phone: | (337)239-3464 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 748 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 52.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 336 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 113 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
203
Grade 10
190
Grade 11
180
Grade 12
175
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 203 |
| Grade 10 | 190 |
| Grade 11 | 180 |
| Grade 12 | 175 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 386 | 51.6% |
| Male | 362 | 48.4% |
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