North Central High School

North Central High School is a regular public high school located in the rural area of LeBeau, Louisiana. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, it has an enrollment of 264 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1 with 42 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s remote setting provides a unique community feel where staff can offer individualized attention to each student.

North Central High School’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.6 out of 10, placing it in the 32nd percentile among Louisiana schools based on state rankings. Academically, only 17% of students are proficient or above across all subjects and grade levels, with slightly higher proficiency rates in ELA/Reading at 35% compared to math where just 19% of students are proficient. These scores indicate there is room for academic growth.

North Central High School sits in a rural setting that offers a close-knit community atmosphere for its students and families.

While current test scores at North Central High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, North Central High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, North Central High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.