Sabine Parish

Sabine Parish, Louisiana is home to 10 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 5 alternative schools. The schools in this district demonstrate a mix of high-performing and struggling institutions, with some standout alternative schools showing exceptional academic outcomes.

Among the top-performing schools in Sabine Parish are Many High School, which ranks 66 out of 329 Louisiana high schools and is rated 4 out of 5 stars, and Zwolle High School, which ranks 85 out of 329 and also holds a 4-star rating. These high schools boast strong four-year graduation rates of 83.2% and low dropout rates of 3.3%. Additionally, the alternative Ebarb School stands out for its exceptional math and English language arts performance, with the highest proficiency rates on LEAP tests across all grade levels.

However, the district as a whole faces challenges, such as a consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 24.6% across all schools, and significant socioeconomic disparities, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 48.7% to 76.82%. While some schools, like Many Elementary and Zwolle Elementary, demonstrate stronger performance in certain subjects and grade levels, the overall picture suggests the need for a more targeted, school-specific approach to addressing performance gaps and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in Sabine Parish.