Serving 161 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Cameron High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grand Chenier, LA, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,936.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 49.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Cameron High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Cameron 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 South Cameron High School is 0.19, 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
#598 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
90%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Tarpon
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 #598 out of 1,244 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 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 82.6%.
How many students attend South Cameron High School?
161 students attend South Cameron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Cameron High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Cameron High School?
South Cameron High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Cameron High School offer ?
South Cameron High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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