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O. Comeaux High School

High School · Lafayette Parish

100 West Bluebird Drive, Lafayette, LA 70508

Enrollment

982

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#846 of 1,288

In Lafayette

#19 of 28

public schools

In district

#35 of 43

Lafayette Parish

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O. Comeaux High School

5.6/10

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

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About O. Comeaux High School

O. Comeaux High School is a public high school in Lafayette, LA, part of Lafayette Parish. O.

Comeaux High School serves approximately 982 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. O. Comeaux High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for O. Comeaux High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • LA avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation16.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,386
Chronic Absenteeism29%

O. Comeaux High School — Students at O. Comeaux High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (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
78%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
34%
ELA
43%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How O. Comeaux High School Compares

See how O. Comeaux High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in LA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.1
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
16.1% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·20 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

100 West Bluebird Drive, Lafayette, LA 70508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O. Comeaux High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lafayette High School (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College Academy (rated 7.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School Lafayette 0.8 mi 6.6
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 0.9 mi 5.0
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA Lafayette 1.8 mi 6.2
Broadmoor Elementary School Lafayette 1.9 mi 8.3
L.J. Alleman Middle School Lafayette 2.5 mi 7.6
Edgar Martin Middle School Lafayette 2.3 mi 8.3
Woodvale Elementary School Lafayette 2.8 mi 8.0
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LAFAYETTE CAMPUS Lafayette 2.6 mi 7.0
REACH INSTITUTE Lafayette 3.3 mi
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA Lafayette 3.3 mi 6.8
Ernest Gallet Elementary School Youngsville 3.4 mi 8.4
ASCENSION EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Youngsville 3.9 mi 6.5
Lafayette High School Lafayette 3.8 mi 7.0
S.J. Montgomery Elementary School Lafayette 4.2 mi 5.0
Early College Academy Lafayette 4.3 mi 7.0
Prairie Elementary School Lafayette 4.0 mi 8.3
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy Youngsville 4.5 mi 4.0
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Broussard 4.0 mi 4.4
CATHEDRAL-CARMEL SCHOOL Lafayette 4.7 mi 2.5
Lafayette Middle School Lafayette 4.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,017

Median Home Value

$299,200

Median Rent

$1,244/mo

Population

39,364

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O. Comeaux High School

What grades does O. Comeaux High School serve?

O. Comeaux High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend O. Comeaux High School?

O. Comeaux High School has an enrollment of approximately 982 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O. Comeaux High School?

The student-teacher ratio at O. Comeaux High School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does O. Comeaux High School rank in LA?

O. Comeaux High School ranks #846 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is O. Comeaux High School's MySchoolScout rating?

O. Comeaux High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 O. Comeaux High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O. Comeaux High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is O. Comeaux High School a charter school?

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

Is O. Comeaux High School a Title I school?

No, O. Comeaux High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O. Comeaux High School?

60.3% of students at O. Comeaux 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
982
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Lafayette Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Lafayette Parish
District Enrollment
30,991
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,386
District Rank
#35 of 43

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