For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,341 students in Jennings, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Jennings, LA are Hathaway High School and Jennings High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jennings, LA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Jennings have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Jennings, LA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jennings High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Jennings, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hathaway High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4040 Pine Island Highway
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-4452
Gr: PK-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Jennings High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2310 N Sherman Street
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-0642
Gr: 7-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Jennings, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Jennings, LA include Hathaway High School and Jennings High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jennings?
2 public high schools are located in Jennings.
What is the racial composition of students in Jennings?
Jennings public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 56% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Jennings are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Jennings include: Hathaway High School vs. Jennings High School, Jennings High School vs. Hathaway High School
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