Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Jena High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jena High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Jena, LA, encompassing approximately 662.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 16.2 miles and the furthest edge extending 26.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jena High School's student population of 490 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jena High School is 0.33, 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
#411 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Showing 2013–2024. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
81%
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
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Giants
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jena High School's ranking?
Jena High School is ranked #411 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jena High School often compared to?
Jena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasalle High School, Jena Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jena High School?
The graduation rate of Jena High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Jena High School?
490 students attend Jena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jena High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jena High School?
Jena High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jena High School offer ?
Jena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jena High School part of?
Jena High School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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