Belle Chasse High School is a grade 9–12 senior high school in Belle Chasse, an unincorporated area in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of the Plaquemines Parish School Board. The current school facility has multiple classroom buildings.
Serving 883 students in grades 9-12, Belle Chasse High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Chasse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Belle Chasse High School's student population of 883 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Chasse High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Chasse High School is 0.57, 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
#145 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
16%
42%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Chasse High School's ranking?
Belle Chasse High School is ranked #145 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Belle Chasse High School often compared to?
Belle Chasse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix High School, South Plaquemines High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Chasse High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Chasse High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Belle Chasse High School?
883 students attend Belle Chasse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Belle Chasse High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Chasse High School?
Belle Chasse High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belle Chasse High School offer ?
Belle Chasse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Chasse High School part of?
Belle Chasse High School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Belle chasse high school. home of the fighting cardinals and district champion cheerleaders. if you go to belle chasse high you know that looks are all that matters here. this school cares little to nothing about the actual students unless they are honors, AP, special education or athletic. this school cares more about what belt you wear more than what classes you're failing. I learned most of my education in 8th grade at BCA; the fact that a middle school has taught me more than 2 years here is honestly sad. I would not recommend this school to anyone with a history of needing help. if you've ever needed tutoring don't come here. the most you will get is 5 minutes of repeating the problem. unless you're athletic and can handle grades perfectly or a super genius naturally then I don't recommend this school. also to parents checking reviews, BCHS has had children jailed, caught having sex in bathrooms, drug dealings and oh yeah a teacher here who was caught with meth and heroin.
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