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 2,317 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Chalmette High School's student population of 2,317 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Chalmette High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chalmette High School is 0.68, 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
#459 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
31%
41%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chalmette High School's ranking?
Chalmette High School is ranked #459 out of 1,251 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Chalmette High School?
2,317 students attend Chalmette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Chalmette High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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