The Louisiana Department of Education released the 2024–2025 School Performance Scores, reflecting student achievement and growth across the state under a new, more rigorous accountability system. Natchitoches Parish Schools are celebrating historic progress, achieving the highest district performance score in its history.
Despite the increased rigor, Natchitoches Parish maintained its “B” district rating, coming just 3.6 points shy of an “A,” and moved up to 22nd in the state—up from 43rd in 2020. The district also ranked seventh statewide for special education performance, highlighting its exceptional support and growth for students receiving specialized services.
The 2024–2025 results show districtwide improvement, with six schools earning an “A” in student progress, compared to only two in 2020. The remaining schools earned a “B” in progress, and no schools received a “D” or “F” rating. Five schools were recognized as Top Gains and Opportunity Honorees, while four schools successfully removed Subgroup Labels through improved performance. Graduation rates and the district’s ACT index also saw notable increases, signaling sustained academic momentum.
Natchitoches Parish continues to outperform the state, scoring 5.5 points above the statewide average and growing 1.3 points more than the state over the past year. Since 2021, the district has grown 13.5 points—more than double the state’s 5.6-point growth.
District officials credited students, teachers, staff, families, and community partners for their dedication and hard work, calling the results a reflection of the district’s commitment to student success.
“We are so beyond proud of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community partners,” the district said. “Your hard work and dedication continue to elevate Natchitoches Parish Schools and create brighter futures for every student.”
Major District Highlights:
Highest district performance score ever recorded
Maintained a strong “B” rating, just 3.6 points from an “A”
Ranked 22nd in the state, up from 43rd in 2020
Ranked 7th in Louisiana for special education performance
No “D” or “F” schools for the second year in a row
Six schools earned an “A” in student progress; remaining schools earned “B”
Five Top Gains & Opportunity Honoree schools
Four schools removed Subgroup Labels
Increased graduation rate and ACT index