Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Donaldsonville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donaldsonville High School serves the southwest part of its school district in Geismar, LA, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donaldsonville High School's student population of 396 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 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
Donaldsonville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donaldsonville High School is 0.13, 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
#1045 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
93%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
2%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donaldsonville High School's ranking?
Donaldsonville High School is ranked #1045 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Donaldsonville High School often compared to?
Donaldsonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchtown High School, East Ascension High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Donaldsonville High School?
The graduation rate of Donaldsonville High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Donaldsonville High School?
396 students attend Donaldsonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Donaldsonville High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donaldsonville High School?
Donaldsonville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donaldsonville High School offer ?
Donaldsonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donaldsonville High School part of?
Donaldsonville High School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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