West Monroe High School

2,041 Students
High School 8th - 12th
School Overview
West Monroe High School, located at 201 Riggs Street in West Monroe, Louisiana, is the flagship secondary institution of the Ouachita Parish School District. Serving a large student body, the school is widely recognized for its strong sense of community spirit and its longstanding tradition of academic and athletic excellence. It is frequently noted as a focal point of the West Monroe area, with a deep-rooted cultural identity that is strongly supported by the local community.

Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and various career and technical education pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. Beyond the classroom, West Monroe High is perhaps best known for its highly successful and storied athletic programs—particularly its football team—which has consistently competed at the state championship level. The school also provides a wide array of extracurricular activities, including performing arts, competitive clubs, and service organizations, all aimed at fostering a well-rounded student experience.
2,041
Total Students
125.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Monroe High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,295
Hispanic167
Black472
Asian49
Two or More53
American Indian5
  • White
    1,295 (63.4%)
  • Black
    472 (23.1%)
  • Hispanic
    167 (8.2%)
  • Two or More
    53 (2.6%)
  • Asian
    49 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
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: Ouachita Parish
Phone: (318)323-3771
Grade Range: 8th - 12th
Total Students: 2,041
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 125.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 899
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 138
Grades Taught
Grade 9 589
Grade 10 489
Grade 11 478
Grade 12 485

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Monroe High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9589
Grade 10489
Grade 11478
Grade 12485
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Monroe High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female98048%
Male1,06152%