Doyle High School is a public high school in Livingston, Louisiana, United States. It serves right under 700 students in grades 6–12. Upon the resignation of former Principal Lance Dawsey, the school has two co-principals, being Janet Keller and Steven Spring.
Serving 689 students in grades 6-12, Doyle High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doyle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doyle High School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Doyle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doyle High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
3%
41%
White
91%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doyle High School's ranking?
Doyle High School is ranked #397 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Doyle High School often compared to?
Doyle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany High School, Holden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doyle High School?
The graduation rate of Doyle High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Doyle High School?
689 students attend Doyle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Doyle High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doyle High School?
Doyle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Doyle High School offer ?
Doyle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doyle High School part of?
Doyle High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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