Top Rankings
Tangipahoa Parish School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 5,944 students in Tangipahoa Parish School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public high schools in Louisiana.
Public High Schools in Tangipahoa Parish School District have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Public High School in Tangipahoa Parish School District have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kentwood High Magnet School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (LA)
# Schools
33 Schools
401 Schools
# Students
19,343 Students
251,162 Students
# Teachers
1,052 Teachers
14,081 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
District Rank
Tangipahoa Parish School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 187 school districts in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 75% has increased from 71% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#87 out of 188 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Graduation Rate
75%
83%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.63
0.62
# American Indian Students
23 Students
1,786 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
98 Students
4,123 Students
% Asian Students
1%
2%
# Hispanic Students
1,635 Students
18,917 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
7%
# Black Students
8,970 Students
102,447 Students
% Black Students
46%
41%
# White Students
7,592 Students
115,998 Students
% White Students
39%
46%
# Hawaiian Students
16 Students
199 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
1,009 Students
6,729 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
3%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
802
1,407
# Students in K Grade:
1,377
3,953
# Students in 1st Grade:
1,433
3,915
# Students in 2nd Grade:
1,417
3,890
# Students in 3rd Grade:
1,398
3,857
# Students in 4th Grade:
1,383
3,978
# Students in 5th Grade:
1,437
4,270
# Students in 6th Grade:
1,321
6,444
# Students in 7th Grade:
1,447
9,783
# Students in 8th Grade:
1,494
10,312
# Students in 9th Grade:
1,798
58,463
# Students in 10th Grade:
1,489
50,270
# Students in 11th Grade:
1,346
46,780
# Students in 12th Grade:
1,201
43,840
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $11,972 in this school district is less than the state median of $15,797. The school district revenue/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $11,348 is less than the state median of $15,107. The school district spending/student has grown by 8% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$232 MM
$10,755 MM
Spending
$220 MM
$10,286 MM
Revenue / Student
$11,972
$15,797
Spending / Student
$11,348
$15,107
Best Tangipahoa Parish School District Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Cntr.
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28528 Highway 190
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 893-6292
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 893-6292
Grades: 3-12
| 64 students
Rank: #22.
Ponchatoula High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19452 Highway 22 East
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 386-3514
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 386-3514
Grades: 9-12
| 2,115 students
Rank: #33.
Loranger High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19404 Hiatti Street
Loranger, LA 70446
(985) 878-6271
Loranger, LA 70446
(985) 878-6271
Grades: 9-12
| 632 students
Rank: #44.
Jewel M. Sumner High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15841 Highway 440
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-8805
Grades: 9-12
| 402 students
Rank: #55.
Hammond High Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45168 River Road
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-7235
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-7235
Grades: 9-12
| 1,592 students
Rank: #66.
Independence High Magnet
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
270 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Grades: 9-12
| 383 students
Rank: #77.
Amite High Magnet
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
403 South Laurel Street
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-9301
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-9301
Grades: 9-12
| 445 students
Rank: #88.
Kentwood High Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
603 9th Street
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Kentwood, LA 70444
(985) 229-2881
Grades: 7-12
| 311 students
Recent Articles
Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Indeed, there are still school districts today in America that allow teachers to spank students. Learn about the current spanking situation in schools and why the debate continues to heat up.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary TimesWe explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
