Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Northshore High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northshore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northshore High School's student population of 1,581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northshore High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
20%
42%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northshore High School's ranking?
Northshore High School is ranked #126 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Northshore High School often compared to?
Northshore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slidell High School, Salmen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northshore High School?
The graduation rate of Northshore High School is 84%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Northshore High School?
1,581 students attend Northshore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northshore High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northshore High School?
Northshore High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northshore High School offer ?
Northshore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northshore High School part of?
Northshore High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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