Covington High School is a public high school in Covington, Louisiana, United States. It is one of the Saint Tammany Parish Public Schools. The school serves residents of Covington, Folsom, Sun, and some unincorporated areas in western St. Tammany Parish, including Bush and Lee Road.
Serving 1,600 students in grades 9-12, Covington High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Covington High School serves the northwest part of Covington, LA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 293.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 21.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Covington High School's student population of 1,600 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
School Rankings
Covington 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 Covington High School is 0.50, 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
#550 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
18%
42%
White
68%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington High School's ranking?
Covington High School is ranked #550 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Covington High School often compared to?
Covington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fontainebleau High School, Mandeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Covington High School?
The graduation rate of Covington High School is 73%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Covington High School?
1,600 students attend Covington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Covington High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covington High School?
Covington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Covington High School offer ?
Covington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Covington High School part of?
Covington High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Good AP program, otherwise the quality is lacking. Bullying is a problem, fights are frequent. There is a recurring problem in the non AP classes of students who are disruptive and often openly defiant of teachers. Some of the teachers there should not be in the teaching profession, period. There are good teachers there, but the overall environment is a problem.
5 10/10/2025
No school is perfect, but I felt the need to balance the ONE review (2 stars) with something that reflects the other side. My high school senior has had a wonderful experience at CHS. The teachers are caring and really wanted to see my child succeed. I was worried about the size of the school, but the class size was not an issue. I feel that CHS teachers, admin, coaches, etc. have done a great job in preparing their students for the real world. Thank you!!!
4 10/10/2025
Covington was its flaws but overall it's a good school. Most people are nice and the teachers are a mixed bag but you can find some really great ones. There also have great extracurriculars.
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