The Webster Parish School System celebrated a historic achievement as District and School Performance Scores were released on Wednesday, November 20. Thirteen of the district’s fourteen schools demonstrated measurable growth, while the remaining school maintained its performance level. Notably, six schools advanced to the next letter grade, propelling the entire district to a “B” rating.
Webster Parish ranked third in overall improvement among Louisiana’s 69 public school districts. Among districts with an “A” or “B” rating, Webster Parish achieved the highest overall improvement.
“These results are particularly meaningful given the challenges of recent years,” said Superintendent Johnny Rowland Jr. “Our employees, families, and students have shown incredible resilience and dedication.”
During the 2020-21 school year, 1,700 of the district’s 5,500 students participated in virtual learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with many continuing into the following year. Strict adherence to Region 7 Department of Health guidelines also led to frequent quarantines, impacting both students and staff. The district did not return to a sense of normalcy until the 2022-23 school year.
“This achievement is a true testament to the hard work and relentless pursuit of excellence by everyone in our school community,” Rowland added.
The Webster Parish School Board extended its congratulations to all involved, commending the collective effort that made this success possible.