Summary:
The 70467 zip code area is home to a single public high school, Varnado High School, which serves grades 6-12 with a total enrollment of 309 students. The school's student body is predominantly African American (65.05%), with smaller populations of White (33.98%) and Hispanic (0.97%) students. While Varnado High School provides educational opportunities for the local community, its academic performance is generally below the district and state averages, as evidenced by its 2-star rating from SchoolDigger and lower proficiency rates on standardized assessments.
Varnado High School's performance on LEAP assessments in Mathematics and English Language Arts is mixed, with proficiency rates ranging from 17% to 45% in Mathematics and 55% to 72% in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 59% and 59%, respectively. The school's performance on End-of-Course (EOC) exams is also varied, with proficiency rates ranging from 31% in U.S. History to 75% in Geometry. These academic challenges may be exacerbated by the high percentage of students (76.05%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic disadvantage within the student population.
Despite the academic struggles, Washington Parish is working to support Varnado High School and its students. The school's student-teacher ratio of 16.3 is slightly higher than the state average, suggesting a need for additional resources and support to address the unique needs of the student body. By identifying and addressing the root causes of the school's performance challenges, the district can work to improve educational outcomes and provide a more equitable learning environment for all students in the 70467 zip code area.
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