East Jefferson High School is a public high school located in Metairie in unincorporated Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. Its attendance boundary includes: portions of Metairie and Kenner. East Jefferson High School was built in 1955 in a residential neighborhood. The school serves grades 9–12.
Serving 1,381 students in grades 9-12, East Jefferson 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 55% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Jefferson High School serves the northern part of Metairie, LA, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jefferson High School's student population of 1,381 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Jefferson 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 East Jefferson High School is 0.60, 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
#821 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
55%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Tecumseh
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jefferson High School's ranking?
East Jefferson High School is ranked #821 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are East Jefferson High School often compared to?
East Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale High School, Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of East Jefferson High School is 55%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend East Jefferson High School?
1,381 students attend East Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Jefferson High School?
East Jefferson High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Jefferson High School offer ?
East Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jefferson High School part of?
East Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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