Summary:
In zip code 71269, there is one high school, Rayville High School, serving grades 9 through 12 in the Rayville area of Louisiana, with a total enrollment of 341 students.
Rayville High School is the only high school in this area and faces significant academic challenges. The school is part of the Richland Parish school district, which holds a 2-star rating. The school's state ranking has declined sharply over the past three years, dropping from the 23rd percentile in 2023-2024 to the bottom 6% of Louisiana high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Test scores on LEAP exams are well below both district and state averages, with proficiency rates in Algebra I at just 25%, English I at 36%, and U.S. History at only 20%. The graduation rate is 79.1%, which is lower than the district average of 84.7% and the state average of 85.0%. Additionally, the dropout rate of 5.5% is higher than both the district (4.3%) and state (3.1%) averages, and chronic absenteeism affects 22.9% of students.
A high percentage of students (81.82%) are economically disadvantaged, as indicated by free or reduced lunch eligibility. While English II shows a slight relative strength with 38% proficiency, the overall academic performance is a major concern. The combination of low test scores, a declining state ranking, a high dropout rate, and significant chronic absenteeism suggests the school is struggling to keep students engaged and prepared for graduation. For parents, this data indicates that Rayville High School is facing a serious academic crisis that requires close attention to student support and instructional improvement.
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