Louisiana’s Best High Schools Ranked for 2025

Lafayette, Louisiana (KMDL-FM) - As of the most recent count, Louisiana has a total of 558 high schools, comprising 426 public schools and 132 private schools.

In just Lafayette Parish alone there are 10 public high schools and 7 private high schools.

Out of Louisiana's 558 high schools, which ones are the best in the State when it comes to graduation rates, college readiness, academic performance, and quality of teachers?

The gang over at moneyinc.com have done the research to compile their list of "The 30 Best High Schools In Louisiana".

Not only does Acadiana have a high school in the Top 10, but this local high school actually takes the number 2 spot on the list!

Best High Schools In Louisiana

When it comes to choosing the best of anything, you always have to take into account personal opinions and experience.

However, when it comes to choosing the best Louisiana high schools, all of that can be put aside by just looking at the data.

This is exactly what moneyinc.com has done in compiling their list.

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As mentioned earlier, looking at stats such as graduation rates, college readiness, academic performance, and quality of teachers, as well as some other factors like high school athletic programs, student-to-teacher ratio, Advanced Placement courses, and Collegiate dual enrollment opportunities.

From moneyinc.com -

The rankings in this article are based on comprehensive metrics including graduation rates, college readiness, academic performance, and teacher quality.

 

These top 30 high schools represent institutions that consistently demonstrate excellence in preparing students for higher education and beyond.

 

According to moneyinc.com, these are "The Best High Schools In Louisiana".

1. Ben Franklin High School – New Orleans

Ben Franklin High School in New Orleans, Louisiana boasts an incredible 100% graduation rate, with 95% of students going on to study at four-year universities.

From moneyinc.com -

"Franklin offers numerous Advanced Placement courses and has one of the highest AP exam pass rates in the state. The school maintains selective admissions criteria, accepting students based on academic performance and standardized test scores."

A 100% graduation is pretty amazing. They're obviously doing things right.

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2. Acadiana High School – Lafayette

Yep, Lafayette Parish's very own Acadiana High takes the number 2 spot on this list of "The Best High Schools In Louisiana"!

Acadiana High School's graduation rate continuously exceeds the Louisiana average, posting a 94% graduation rate in 2024.

Moneyinc.com also took into account Acadiana High's multiple football State Championships over the past 10 years.

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3. C.E. Byrd High School – Shreveport

Opening it's doors in 1925, C.E. Byrd High Shreveport, Louisiana serves roughly 2,000 students, 9th through 12th grades.

This is a beautiful high school visually, and is actually on the National Register of Historic Places.

C.E. Byrd specializes in Art and Science programs, as well as offering Advanced Placement courses and dual enrollment opportunities.

4. Baker High School – Baker

Baker High School in Baker, Louisiana takes the number 4 spot on this list of "Louisiana's Best High Schools".

From moneyinc.com -

The faculty at Baker High focuses on providing comprehensive education through both traditional and innovative teaching methods.

 

Their dedicated staff works tirelessly to ensure students receive quality instruction in all subject areas.

5. Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts – Natchitoches

The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts in Natchitoches, Louisiana is home to academically gifted students grades 10, 11, and 12.

LSMSA is well known for their incredible college-prep courses, as well as the school's advanced courses in math, sciences, humanities, and the arts.

It's not easy to get in to Louisiana School and very competitive with only students with the highest test scores, standardized test scores, and talent being accepted.

Other Acadiana Area high schools making this list of "Louisiana's 30 Best High Schools" include -

15. Breaux Bridge High School - Breaux Bridge

16. St. Thomas More - Lafayette

26. Opelousas High School - Opelousas

27. Vermilion Catholic High School - Abbeville

From moneyinc.com -

"These schools consistently demonstrate high proficiency rates on standardized tests, including the LEAP 2025 and ACT exams, with many boasting average scores well above state averages."

What do you think, did they get it right?

Read more over moneyinc.com.