Serving 454 students in grades 6-12, Delcambre High School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delcambre High School's student population of 454 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Delcambre High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delcambre High School is 0.43, 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
#290 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
74%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delcambre High School's ranking?
Delcambre High School is ranked #290 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Delcambre High School often compared to?
Delcambre High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate High School, Erath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delcambre High School?
The graduation rate of Delcambre High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Delcambre High School?
454 students attend Delcambre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Delcambre High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delcambre High School?
Delcambre High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delcambre High School offer ?
Delcambre High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delcambre High School part of?
Delcambre High School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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