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North Webster High School

High School · Webster Parish

101 South Arkansas, Springhill, LA 71075

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#754 of 1,288

In Springhill

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

Webster Parish

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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North Webster High School

6.0/10

High School in Springhill · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Webster High School

North Webster High School is a public high school in Springhill, LA, part of Webster Parish. North Webster High School serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Webster High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for North Webster High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Webster High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

37% of students at North Webster High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-30.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,561
Chronic Absenteeism36.9%

North Webster High School — Students at North Webster High School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
22%
ELA
20%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How North Webster High School Compares

See how North Webster High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in LA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.9%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

101 South Arkansas, Springhill, LA 71075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Webster High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Taylor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EMERSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Emerson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springhill, see our Springhill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown Upper Elementary School Springhill 0.5 mi 4.6
Browning Elementary School Springhill 0.8 mi 5.7
TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Taylor 6.6 mi 8.5
TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL Taylor 6.6 mi 7.9
North Webster Junior High School Sarepta 7.2 mi 4.7
North Webster Lower Elementary School Shongaloo 10.6 mi 6.0
North Webster Upper Elementary School Cotton Valley 13.1 mi 5.4
BRADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradley 13.2 mi 6.4
BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL Bradley 13.2 mi 8.3
Plain Dealing High School Plain Dealing 14.9 mi 5.4
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Emerson 16.8 mi 9.2
EMERSON HIGH SCHOOL Emerson 16.9 mi 7.6
WALKER PRE-K CENTER Magnolia 20.8 mi 5.1
Haynesville Jr./Sr. High School Haynesville 19.3 mi 7.4
Haynesville Elementary School Haynesville 19.6 mi 6.4
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magnolia 22.7 mi 6.2
MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Magnolia 22.8 mi 6.6
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magnolia 23.3 mi 5.6
SOUTH ARKANSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Lewisville 25.1 mi 6.6
LAFAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lewisville 25.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,189

Median Home Value

$109,600

Median Rent

$779/mo

Population

5,417

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

50.4%

Poverty Rate

32.4%

Median Age

46.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Webster High School

What grades does North Webster High School serve?

North Webster High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Webster High School?

North Webster High School has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Webster High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Webster High School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Webster High School rank in LA?

North Webster High School ranks #754 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is North Webster High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Webster High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at North Webster High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Webster High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Webster High School a charter school?

No, North Webster High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Webster High School a Title I school?

No, North Webster High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Webster High School?

52.0% of students at North Webster High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Webster Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Webster Parish
District Enrollment
5,359
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,561
District Rank
#4 of 14

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