Central Community School District

The Central Community School District in Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from a diverse range of backgrounds. The district is ranked 10th out of 118 districts in Louisiana and is rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating a well-performing and stable educational system.

Among the standout schools in the district, Central High School ranks 72nd out of 321 Louisiana high schools, with a 4-star rating and impressive proficiency rates on LEAP/End of Course exams, exceeding the state average in most subjects. Central Middle School also shines, ranking 78th out of 449 Louisiana middle schools with a 4-star rating and a remarkable 100% proficiency rate on the LEAP English I End of Course exam. Additionally, Central Intermediate School stands out as a top performer, ranking 66th out of 730 Louisiana elementary schools with a 5-star rating and consistently high proficiency rates on LEAP Math and English Language Arts exams.

The district's schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 49.78% at Central High School to 59.47% at Bellingrath Hills Elementary School. While the district boasts impressive academic performance, the high chronic absenteeism rate of 24.6% across all schools is a potential area of concern that may require further investigation and targeted interventions.