Oberlin High School

Oberlin High School is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Oberlin, Louisiana. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 195 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1 with 25 full-time equivalent teachers. Oberlin High School's MySchoolScout rating is 6.0 out of 10, placing it at number 497 among the 1290 high schools in Louisiana, which means there’s room for academic growth and improvement.

The school's combined proficiency rate across all grades stands at 29%, with a strong showing in ELA/Reading at 65% proficient or above but lower performance in Math, where only 34% of students are proficient. The setting around Oberlin High School is rural and remote, which can offer unique community bonds and experiences. The school’s focus on student development makes it an integral part of the local community, providing educational opportunities for young people in this area.

With an enrollment of 195 students, Oberlin High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, Oberlin 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, Oberlin 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.