Donaldsonville High School, is a public high school in Donaldsonville, Louisiana, United States. It is within the Ascension Parish School Board. The current principal is Marvin Evans. The Associate Principal is Dr. O'Neil Robinson. There are two Assistant Principals: Timmy Chiquet and Dr. Shondra James.
Serving 426 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 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donaldsonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Donaldsonville High School's student population of 426 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.12, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
94%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 83%.
How many students attend Donaldsonville High School?
426 students attend Donaldsonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Donaldsonville High School students are Black, 2% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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