Chalmette High School is a public secondary school in the unincorporated Chalmette area of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of St. Bernard Parish Public Schools.
Serving 2,193 students in grades 9-12, Chalmette High School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chalmette High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chalmette, LA, covering approximately 2,155.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 14 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge located 71.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chalmette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chalmette High School's student population of 2,193 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Chalmette 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 Chalmette High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#425 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
31%
42%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chalmette High School's ranking?
Chalmette High School is ranked #425 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Chalmette High School often compared to?
Chalmette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.f. Rowley Alternative School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chalmette High School?
The graduation rate of Chalmette High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Chalmette High School?
2,193 students attend Chalmette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chalmette High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chalmette High School?
Chalmette High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chalmette High School offer ?
Chalmette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chalmette High School part of?
Chalmette High School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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