Serving 193 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, South Cameron 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Cameron High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Cameron High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Cameron High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Cameron High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
n/a
42%
White
83%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Cameron High School's ranking?
South Cameron High School is ranked #574 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Cameron High School often compared to?
South Cameron High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hackberry High School, Johnson Bayou High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Cameron High School?
The graduation rate of South Cameron High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Cameron High School?
193 students attend South Cameron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Cameron High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Cameron High School?
South Cameron High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Cameron High School offer ?
South Cameron High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is South Cameron High School part of?
South Cameron High School is part of Cameron Parish School District.
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