Simsboro High School is in Simsboro, Louisiana, United States, and is a part of the Lincoln Parish School Board
Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Simsboro High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Simsboro High School's student population of 553 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a Better Tomorrow...One Student at a Time
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Simsboro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simsboro High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#411 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simsboro High School's ranking?
Simsboro High School is ranked #411 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Simsboro High School often compared to?
Simsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruston High School, Choudrant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Simsboro High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Simsboro High School?
553 students attend Simsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Simsboro High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simsboro High School?
Simsboro High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simsboro High School offer ?
Simsboro High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simsboro High School part of?
Simsboro High School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
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