Summary:
In zip code 70591, there is one high school, Welsh High School, serving grades 9 through 12 in the town of Welsh, Louisiana, which is part of the Jefferson Davis Parish school district.
Welsh High School is a high-performing institution with strong academic results and excellent graduation metrics. The school boasts a 92.8% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, both significantly better than state averages. In core subjects like Algebra I, Geometry, and English, the school consistently outperforms both the district and state proficiency rates. For example, 76% of students are proficient in Algebra I compared to the state average of 65%, and 72% are proficient in Geometry versus 57% statewide. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 and serves 263 students, with about 54% eligible for free or reduced lunch.
Despite these strengths, there are two notable concerns. First, chronic absenteeism is alarmingly high at 37%, far exceeding the district rate of 24.8% and the state rate of 22.5%. This creates a paradox where the students who attend regularly perform very well, but a large portion of the student body is missing significant school days. Second, U.S. History proficiency is a weak spot at 42%, below both the district (45%) and state (55%) averages. Additionally, the school's state ranking has declined slightly over three years, from the 69th percentile to the 62nd percentile, suggesting other schools are improving faster. Overall, Welsh High School is a strong academic choice with excellent graduation outcomes, but families should be aware of the attendance challenges and the specific need for improvement in U.S. History.
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