Serving 1,293 students in grades 9-12, East St. John 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 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East St. John High School serves a central area within Reserve, LA, covering approximately 67.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East St. John High School's student population of 1,293 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,293 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
East St. John 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 St. John High School is 0.45, 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
#881 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
7%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
64%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East St. John High School's ranking?
East St. John High School is ranked #881 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are East St. John High School often compared to?
East St. John High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lutcher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East St. John High School?
The graduation rate of East St. John High School is 64%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend East St. John High School?
1,293 students attend East St. John High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East St. John High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East St. John High School?
East St. John High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does East St. John High School offer ?
East St. John High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East St. John High School part of?
East St. John High School is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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