Louisiana School for Math Science & the Arts

The Louisiana School for Math, Science & the Arts (LSMSA) is a public magnet high school located in Natchitoches, Louisiana, serving grades 10-12 with a total enrollment of 268 students. This exceptional school is part of the Louisiana School for Math Science & the Arts District, which is ranked 3 out of 118 districts in Louisiana and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

LSMSA consistently ranks among the top high schools in Louisiana, with rankings ranging from 1st to 8th out of over 300 high schools in the state over the past decade. The school's students demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, with 95-100% proficiency rates in core subjects like Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, and English II, far exceeding the state averages. LSMSA also excels in serving various student subgroups, ranking 1st or 5th among Louisiana high schools for male students, 1st or 7th for female students, and 7th or 8th for white students. Additionally, the school ranks 4th for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

Compared to nearby schools like Montgomery High School and Lakeview Junior/Senior High School, LSMSA stands out with its remarkably low dropout rates, ranging from 0% to 4.3% in recent years, and significantly lower chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 2.1% to 24.6%. The school also maintains a very low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 6.6 to 7.7 students per teacher, which is significantly lower than the nearby schools. These factors contribute to LSMSA's ability to provide a transformative educational experience for its students, making it a shining example of excellence in public education.