Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Plainview High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plainview High School's student population of 324 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Plainview 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 Plainview High School is 0.33, which is less 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
#432 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
n/a
41%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainview High School's ranking?
Plainview High School is ranked #432 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainview High School?
The graduation rate of Plainview High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Plainview High School?
324 students attend Plainview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Plainview High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainview High School?
Plainview High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plainview High School offer ?
Plainview High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainview High School part of?
Plainview High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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